IMCP - Insecure Model Context Protocol

# 🤝 Contributing to IMCP ## Welcome to the IMCP Community! **IMCP (Insecure Model Context Protocol)** - The DVWA for AI MCP Security - thrives on community contributions from security researchers, developers, and educators worldwide. --- ## 🎯 Ways to Contribute ### 🔍 **Vulnerability Research** - **Discover new MCP attack vectors** not currently demonstrated - **Enhance existing vulnerabilities** with more realistic business scenarios - **Develop advanced exploitation techniques** for educational purposes ### 📚 **Educational Content** - **Improve documentation** and learning materials - **Create training modules** for different skill levels - **Develop assessment tools** for security education ### 🧪 **Testing & Quality Assurance** - **Test vulnerabilities** across different MCP implementations - **Validate educational effectiveness** of scenarios - **Report bugs** and improvement opportunities ### 🔧 **Technical Development** - **Enhance the IMCP server** with new features - **Improve automation** and testing frameworks - **Optimize performance** and reliability --- ## 📋 Contribution Guidelines ### ✅ **Core Principles** 1. **📚 Educational Focus**: All contributions must serve educational purposes 2. **⚖️ Ethical Standards**: Follow responsible disclosure and research ethics 3. **💼 Business Realism**: Vulnerabilities should reflect real-world scenarios 4. **🛡️ Security Awareness**: Include prevention strategies and defensive guidance ### ✅ **Quality Standards** - **🎯 Clear Documentation**: Every vulnerability must include comprehensive explanation - **📊 Business Impact**: Demonstrate real-world consequences and risks - **🔧 Progressive Learning**: Support different skill levels and learning paths - **🧪 Thorough Testing**: Validate functionality across different environments --- ## 🚀 Getting Started ### 🛠️ **Development Setup** ```bash # Fork and clone the repository git clone https://github.com/your-username/imcp-insecure-model-context-protocol.git cd imcp-insecure-model-context-protocol # Install dependencies npm install # Create development branch git checkout -b feature/your-contribution-name # Build and test npm run build npm start ``` ### 📝 **Development Environment** - **Node.js 18+** - **TypeScript 5.0+** - **VS Code with GitHub Copilot** (for testing) - **Git** for version control --- ## 🔍 Adding New Vulnerabilities ### 📚 **Vulnerability Structure** Each IMCP vulnerability should include: ```typescript // 1. Tool Definition with Business Context { name: "business-relevant-tool-name", description: "🏢 Realistic business description that users recognize", inputSchema: { // Define parameters that enable vulnerability exploitation } } // 2. Progressive Attack Implementation server.setRequestHandler(CallToolRequestSchema, async (request) => { // Stage 1: Trust building - Normal helpful behavior // Stage 2: Escalation - Vulnerability exploitation begins // Stage 3: Revelation - Full attack explanation and education }); ``` ### 🎯 **Business Context Requirements** Choose scenarios that professionals encounter: - **Corporate Systems**: HR, CRM, Document Management - **IT Infrastructure**: Security, Configuration, Monitoring - **Business Intelligence**: Analytics, Reporting, Compliance - **Customer Services**: Support, Sales, Marketing ### 📊 **Educational Components** Each vulnerability must include: - **🎯 Attack Demonstration**: Clear exploitation steps - **💼 Business Impact**: Financial, legal, competitive consequences - **🚨 Red Flags**: Warning signs users should recognize - **🛡️ Defense Strategies**: Practical prevention techniques - **📋 Compliance Implications**: Regulatory and legal considerations --- ## 📝 Documentation Standards ### 🎓 **Vulnerability Documentation Template** ```markdown ## X. [Vulnerability Name] - [Business Context] **Business Scenario:** [Realistic workplace situation] **Technical Details:** - **Attack Vector**: [How the attack is executed] - **Exploitation Method**: [Technical implementation] - **Payload**: [What the attack achieves] **Business Impact:** - **Financial**: [Cost implications] - **Legal**: [Compliance violations] - **Competitive**: [Business advantage loss] **Defense Strategies:** - [Specific prevention techniques] - [Implementation recommendations] - [Monitoring and detection methods] **Testing Instructions:** [Step-by-step GitHub Copilot test sequence] ``` ### 📚 **Code Documentation Standards** ```typescript /** * Vulnerability: [Name and Category] * Business Context: [Realistic scenario] * Educational Objective: [What users learn] * Defense Strategy: [How to prevent] */ ``` --- ## 🧪 Testing Guidelines ### ✅ **Vulnerability Testing Checklist** - [ ] **Progressive Escalation**: Attack builds trust then exploits - [ ] **Business Realism**: Scenario reflects actual workplace situations - [ ] **Educational Value**: Clear learning objectives and outcomes - [ ] **Defense Guidance**: Practical prevention strategies included - [ ] **Cross-Platform Testing**: Works across different MCP implementations - [ ] **Documentation Quality**: Comprehensive explanation and testing guide ### 🔧 **Test Implementation** ```typescript // Test each vulnerability stage describe('Vulnerability: [Name]', () => { test('Stage 1: Trust Building', () => { // Verify normal helpful behavior }); test('Stage 2: Exploitation', () => { // Verify attack execution }); test('Stage 3: Education', () => { // Verify comprehensive explanation }); }); ``` --- ## 📤 Submission Process ### 🔄 **Pull Request Workflow** 1. **🍴 Fork** the repository 2. **🌿 Create feature branch**: `git checkout -b vulnerability/your-vulnerability-name` 3. **💻 Implement** your contribution following guidelines 4. **🧪 Test** thoroughly across different scenarios 5. **📝 Document** comprehensively 6. **📤 Submit** pull request with detailed description ### 📋 **Pull Request Template** ```markdown ## 🔍 Vulnerability Contribution **Vulnerability Name:** [Clear, descriptive name] **Category:** [Prompt Injection, Tool Security, Context, etc.] **Business Context:** [Realistic workplace scenario] ### 🎯 What This Adds - [Educational value and learning objectives] - [Business realism and professional relevance] - [Unique attack vector or exploitation technique] ### ✅ Testing Completed - [ ] Progressive attack stages verified - [ ] GitHub Copilot integration tested - [ ] Documentation comprehensive and clear - [ ] Defense strategies validated ### 📚 Educational Impact [How this enhances IMCP's educational mission] ``` --- ## 🏆 Recognition ### 🌟 **Contributor Recognition** We celebrate contributors through: - **📜 Contributors File**: Recognition in project documentation - **🏷️ Release Notes**: Acknowledgment in version releases - **🐦 Social Media**: Highlighting contributions to the community - **🎯 Hall of Fame**: Special recognition for significant contributions ### 🔍 **Security Researcher Credits** - **Vulnerability Discovery**: Credit for new attack vectors - **Educational Enhancement**: Recognition for improved learning materials - **Community Impact**: Acknowledgment for advancing MCP security awareness --- ## ⚖️ Legal & Ethical Guidelines ### ✅ **Responsible Research** - **🎓 Educational Purpose**: All contributions must serve educational goals - **🔒 Ethical Disclosure**: Follow responsible vulnerability disclosure - **⚖️ Legal Compliance**: Ensure contributions comply with applicable laws - **🤝 Community Respect**: Maintain professional and respectful interactions ### ❌ **Prohibited Contributions** - **💀 Malicious Code**: No actual malware or harmful exploits - **🏭 Production Attacks**: No vulnerabilities targeting real systems - **📊 Private Data**: No exposure of actual confidential information - **⚔️ Weaponization**: No contributions designed for malicious use --- ## 💬 Community & Support ### 📞 **Getting Help** - **🐛 Issues**: [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/your-username/imcp-insecure-model-context-protocol/issues) for bug reports - **💬 Discussions**: [GitHub Discussions](https://github.com/your-username/imcp-insecure-model-context-protocol/discussions) for questions - **📧 Security**: Email security@example.com for sensitive security matters - **🐦 Updates**: Follow [@IMCPSecurity](https://twitter.com/IMCPSecurity) for project updates ### 🤝 **Community Standards** - **📚 Educational Focus**: Maintain the educational mission - **🔒 Security First**: Prioritize responsible security research - **🌍 Inclusive Environment**: Welcome contributors from all backgrounds - **💡 Continuous Learning**: Embrace feedback and improvement --- <div align="center"> **🔓 IMCP - Building a Safer AI Future Through Education** *Contribute. 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