MCP Security & Best Practices
Authentication & Authorization
When integrating MCP servers with Agent-CoreX, ensure proper authentication mechanisms are in place.API Key Management
- Never hardcode API keys in your MCP server implementation
- Use environment variables for sensitive credentials
- Rotate API keys regularly
- Revoke keys when MCP server access is no longer needed
Token Scoping
Limit token permissions to the minimum required scope for your MCP server operations.Data Privacy
Data in Transit
- All MCP server communication with Agent-CoreX uses HTTPS/TLS
- Encrypt sensitive data before passing through MCP tools
- Validate SSL certificates for external server connections
Data at Rest
- Consider encrypting sensitive data stored in your MCP server
- Implement proper access controls for your server endpoints
- Follow your organization’s data retention policies
Server Validation
Input Validation
- Validate all inputs received from Agent-CoreX
- Implement rate limiting on your MCP server endpoints
- Sanitize outputs before returning to Agent-CoreX
Error Handling
- Don’t expose sensitive information in error messages
- Log security events appropriately
- Implement proper exception handling
Compliance
Ensure your MCP server implementation complies with:- GDPR for EU user data
- CCPA for California residents
- Industry-specific regulations (HIPAA, PCI-DSS, etc.)
- Your organization’s security policies
Security Monitoring
- Monitor MCP server logs for suspicious activity
- Set up alerts for authentication failures
- Regularly audit access to your MCP server
- Review usage patterns for anomalies