dendra
Lightweight, decorator-free, codegen-free typed RPC/REST framework for Next.js and any Web-standard runtime — with first-class AI/MCP tool support.
No outside reports on file
dendra is distributed via npm (dendra); review its source code, dependencies, and requested permissions before use.
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 19, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
What it can access
- Local filesNo local folder access notedLOW
- Command executionRuns shell or system commandsREVIEW
- Network reachConnects to outside service APINOTED
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourcenpm (dendra)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y dendraAbout Dendra
Dendra is an MCP server focused on Developer tools and Web & browsing: Lightweight, decorator-free, codegen-free typed RPC/REST framework for Next.js and any Web-standard runtime — with first-class AI/MCP tool support.
It is published on npm as dendra and hosted on GitHub at zeestack/dendra (2 GitHub stars, 411 weekly npm downloads, last repository push on 2026-10-23). Based on its public metadata, it operates with standard local or API scope without broad shell execution flags noted.
Setup
Check these steps against the project’s own instructions before running anything.
Run dendra with --ignore-scripts in claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"dendra": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "--ignore-scripts", "dendra"]
}
}
}
Why this grade
Signal-based grade (1/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- GitHub stars
- 2
- Weekly npm downloads
- 411
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-10-28
These are public popularity signals, not a maintenance check. Look at the repository’s commit history and open issues.
Security reports
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29).
Risks to watch for
- Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via npm (dendra). Pin an exact release version or commit SHA rather than floating tags so upstream updates are reviewed first.
How to lower the risk
Least-privilege permissions
- Give it access only to the specific folders, accounts or projects it needs, never your whole drive or admin account.
- Use a separate, limited API key or login just for this tool so you can switch it off without affecting anything else.
Network isolation
- Run it on a work computer or sandbox account, not one holding personal or company-sensitive data.
- If your IT team can, limit which websites and services it is allowed to contact.
Monitoring
- Check its activity history or logs weekly at first, and look at what it changed or sent.
- Turn on alerts for new logins or unusual usage on any account it connects to.
Red flags to watch for
- It asks for more access than its job requires, or prompts you to paste passwords.
- It suddenly updates with new owners, or starts contacting unfamiliar websites.
Questions
How do I install Dendra?
Run npx -y dendra in your terminal, or add the server entry to your claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json as shown in the Setup section on this page. Full setup docs and environment variables are in github.com/zeestack/dendra.
Are there security reports about Dendra?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29). Dendra currently holds Grade D (High risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Key risk areas to watch include dependency & version pinning:.
Is Dendra actively maintained?
Dendra has 2 GitHub stars and 411 weekly npm downloads, with its latest repository commit pushed on 2026-10-23. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-28. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/zeestack/dendra before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to Dendra?
Compare Dendra side by side with similar MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or browse all MCP servers on AgentArmorHQ.
Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- zeestack
- Source code
- github.com/zeestack/dendra
- Install command
- npm install dendra
- Est. context load
- ~550 tokens / turn (~3 tool schemas, 0.27% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 2 GitHub stars, 411 weekly npm downloads
- Last updated
- 2026-10-28
- Last graded
- 2026-10-20
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