Shodan FAQs

Question 1

What can I do with this tool?

Accepted Answer

You can retrieve host information, search Shodan's database, find vulnerability information, scan network ranges, retrieve DNS & SSL information, and even search for specific IoT devices.

Question 2

What are some example search queries?

Accepted Answer

Examples include: `apache country:US` (Apache servers in the US), `port:22 country:DE` (SSH servers in Germany), and `webcam has_screenshot:true` (Webcams with screenshots).

Question 3

What is the Shodan MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

It's a Model Context Protocol server providing access to Shodan's search engine for internet-connected devices. It allows AI assistants like Claude to query Shodan data for cybersecurity research and threat intelligence.

Question 4

How do I install and configure the Shodan MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

You'll need Node.js and npm. Clone the repository, install dependencies, build the project, and configure your Shodan API key in a `.env` file or as an environment variable. Then, add the server to your MCP configuration.

Question 5

How can I limit the response size?

Accepted Answer

Use the `max_items` parameter to control the number of items included in array responses, reducing token usage.

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