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Security. All the Way Down to the Source Code.

Protect developers from MCP attacks and unsafe plugins. Kirin safeguards ClaudeCode, Cursor, and GitHub Copilot without slowing work.

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Catch Compromised Packages Before They Compromise Your Code

Kirin inspects both generated and developer-initiated packages for typosquats, known-bad libraries, and suspicious behavior, right as you code.

Stop Vulnerable or Malicious Plugins at the Source

Kirin continuously monitors IDE extensions and plugins, detecting vulnerabilities and blocking untrusted or risky components before they impact your workflow.

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Security That Keeps Pace With Innovation

Surface risks and fixes without interrupting productivity. Kirin integrates directly into coding assistants like GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and ClaudeCode.

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Key Capabilities

Real-Time Dependency Scanning

Identify vulnerable or malicious libraries instantly

IDE Plugin & Extension Monitoring

Detect and block unsafe or outdated components

In-IDE Guardrails

Surface issues and fixes directly in the developer’s environment

Policy Drift Detection

Flag insecure configuration changes as they occur

Centralized Audit & Visibility

Track security events and actions across teams

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Frequently Asked Questions

They connect to MCP servers, install plugins, and pull packages, all of which can be exploited if unmonitored.

By validating MCP servers and extensions, scanning dependencies, and blocking unsafe actions in real time inside the IDE.

No. Kirin applies policies invisibly, surfacing clear, actionable fixes without interrupting developer workflows.

Central dashboards track configuration drift, blocked actions, and vulnerabilities, turning assistant adoption into a governed process.

Copilot, Cloud Code, Cursor, Windsurf, and other leading coding assistants with IDE integration.

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Kirin protects AI coding assistants like Copilot, Cloud Code, and Cursor by validating servers, scanning dependencies, and enforcing secure policies in real time. Developers code faster, security teams stay confident.