Wireshark MCP Server
TShark/Wireshark MCP server for network packet analysis via Claude
What is Wireshark MCP Server?
Wireshark MCP Server is a project that exposes PyShark functionality through the Model Context Protocol (MCP), enabling AI assistants like Claude to perform network packet capture and analysis.
How to use Wireshark MCP Server?
To use the server, install the required dependencies, clone the repository, and run the server in development mode or install it directly in Claude Desktop.
Key features of Wireshark MCP Server?
- Exposes PyShark functionalities for network analysis.
- Allows live packet capture and analysis.
- Provides tools for analyzing traffic patterns and reading pcap files.
Use cases of Wireshark MCP Server?
- Capturing live network traffic for analysis.
- Analyzing HTTP traffic patterns from captured data.
- Detecting network protocols in use during packet capture.
FAQ from Wireshark MCP Server?
- Is administrative access required for live packet capture?
Yes, administrative/root privileges are necessary for capturing live packets.
- Can I customize the server?
Yes, you can add advanced capture tools and implement filters for specific traffic types.
What is Wireshark MCP Server?
Wireshark MCP Server is a project that exposes PyShark functionality through the Model Context Protocol (MCP), enabling AI assistants like Claude to perform network packet capture and analysis.
How to use Wireshark MCP Server?
To use the server, install the required dependencies, clone the repository, and run the server in development mode or install it directly in Claude Desktop.
Key features of Wireshark MCP Server?
- Exposes PyShark functionalities for network analysis.
- Allows live packet capture and analysis.
- Provides tools for analyzing traffic patterns and reading pcap files.
Use cases of Wireshark MCP Server?
- Capturing live network traffic for analysis.
- Analyzing HTTP traffic patterns from captured data.
- Detecting network protocols in use during packet capture.
FAQ from Wireshark MCP Server?
- Is administrative access required for live packet capture?
Yes, administrative/root privileges are necessary for capturing live packets.
- Can I customize the server?
Yes, you can add advanced capture tools and implement filters for specific traffic types.