Is "@paretools/python" on MCP Registry Safe to Install?

dave212 · mcp · v0.16.1

MCP server for Python — structured pip, mypy, ruff, and pytest output for AI agents

Risk Assessment

Analyzed
86.95
out of 100
CRITICAL

52 security findings detected across all analyzers

MCP server analyzed for tool poisoning, prompt injection, and data exfiltration

Severity Breakdown

0
Critical
49
High
0
Medium
0
Low
0
Info

Finding Categories

47
Malware Signatures

YARA Rules Matched

8 rules(47 hits)
postinstall file manipulation postinstall environment access postinstall crypto operations postinstall file download postinstall system command postinstall registry modification credential env files postinstall network communication

MCP Server Analysis

MCP servers expose tools and resources to AI assistants. Unlike browser extensions, they run as standalone processes with direct system access. Tool definitions are analyzed for prompt injection, data exfiltration, and tool poisoning patterns.

About This Extension

MCP server for Python — structured pip, mypy, ruff, and pytest output for AI agents

Detailed Findings

52 total

YARA Rule Matches

8 rules

Security Analysis Summary

Security Analysis Overview

@paretools/python is a mcp extension published by dave212. Version 0.16.1 has been analyzed by the Risky Plugins security platform, receiving a risk score of 86.95/100 (CRITICAL risk) based on 52 security findings.

Risk Assessment

This extension presents critical security risk. Severe issues were detected, potentially including malware indicators, exposed secrets, or dangerous behaviors. Installation is strongly discouraged until these issues are addressed.

Findings Breakdown

  • High: 49 finding(s)

What Was Analyzed

The security assessment covers multiple analysis categories:

  • Malware Detection: YARA rule matching against 2,400+ malware signatures
  • Secret Detection: Scanning for exposed API keys, tokens, and credentials
  • Static Analysis: Code-level security analysis for common vulnerability patterns
  • Network Analysis: Detection of suspicious network communications and endpoints
  • Obfuscation Detection: Identification of code obfuscation techniques

Developer Information

@paretools/python is published by dave212 on the mcp marketplace.

Recommendation

This extension is not recommended for installation without thorough manual review. Consider alternatives with lower risk scores, or contact the developer to address the identified security concerns.

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