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MCP Inspector 2.9.0 fixes critical credential leak in debug logs

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The latest release of MCP Inspector, version 2.9.0, addresses a critical security vulnerability where debug logs could inadvertently expose sensitive credentials like OAuth tokens. This update introduces improved redaction for URL query parameters and request bodies, and a more robust secret store mechanism. Developers are advised to carefully review any logs or traces before sharing them publicly to prevent accidental credential exposure. AI

IMPACT Enhances security for developers using AI agent tooling, preventing accidental exposure of sensitive credentials.

RANK_REASON This is a software update for a developer tool, not a frontier model release or significant industry event.

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MCP Inspector 2.9.0 fixes critical credential leak in debug logs

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  1. dev.to — MCP tag TIER_1 English(EN) · Ben Greenberg ·

    Your MCP Debug Log Should Not Become a Credential Store

    <p>MCP logs should tell me what failed and enough info to debug it. If it also gives me my access token that accompanied it, then we're in trouble.</p> <p>An OAuth failure can cross that line without anyone deliberately logging a token. A URL might carry a secret in its query str…

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