Model Context Protocol moderate risk

Markmap

This MCP server converts Markdown to interactive mind maps, offering export options and interactive features, but relies on local execution and file system access.

Connections & Capabilities

Connects To

GitHub

Capabilities

readwriteexec

Quickstart

Install

npx -y @smithery/cli install @jinzcdev/markmap-mcp-server --client claude

Config

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "markmap": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@jinzcdev/markmap-mcp-server"],
      "env": {
        "MARKMAP_DIR": "/path/to/output/directory"
      }
    }
  }
}

Exposed MCP Tools (1)

moderate

markdown-to-mindmap

Converts Markdown text to an interactive mind map and saves it as a file.

Writes a file to the file system and can open a browser window.

Safety Assessment

The Markmap MCP server is relatively safe for converting Markdown to mind maps, but the file system writes and automatic browser opening introduce moderate risks. It's safe to use if the output directory is restricted and the `open` parameter is carefully managed. It's risky if the server is exposed without proper access controls or if the generated Markdown is from an untrusted source.

Markdown conversion is a relatively safe operation.
Output directory can be specified, limiting write scope.
No external network calls are made by the core conversion process.
The server primarily performs file creation and manipulation within a defined scope.

Writes files to the file system, posing a risk if the output directory is not properly controlled.
The `open` parameter automatically opens the generated mind map in the browser, which could be a vulnerability if the generated content is malicious.
Relies on local execution of Node.js, which can introduce vulnerabilities if dependencies are compromised.
Lack of built-in authentication mechanisms means any client can use the service if it's exposed.