Mimikatz MCP Server
Provides programmatic access to Mimikatz for credential extraction, Kerberos attacks, SAM/LSA dumping, and other Windows security assessment tasks through natural language.
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Mimikatz MCP Server
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides programmatic access to Mimikatz, the powerful credential extraction and security assessment tool for Windows systems.
WARNING: This tool is intended for authorized security testing only. Unauthorized use of Mimikatz may be illegal and unethical. Always ensure you have proper authorization before using this tool.
Features
- Credential Extraction: Extract plaintext passwords, NTLM hashes, Kerberos tickets from memory
- SAM/LSA Dumping: Dump local SAM database and LSA secrets
- DCSync Attacks: Replicate Active Directory credentials
- Kerberos Attacks: Create Golden/Silver tickets, Pass-the-Ticket
- DPAPI Decryption: Decrypt Windows Data Protection API master keys
- Certificate Export: Export certificates with private keys
- Token Manipulation: Elevate privileges and impersonate users
Installation
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18+
- Mimikatz binary (see Setup)
- Windows (native) or Linux with Wine (for Kali Linux)
Quick Start
# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/schwarztim/sec-mimikatz-mcp.git
cd sec-mimikatz-mcp
# Install dependencies
npm install
# Build
npm run build
Mimikatz Setup
Windows
Download Mimikatz from the official repository and place it in one of these locations:
C:\tools\mimikatz\x64\mimikatz.exeC:\mimikatz\x64\mimikatz.exe%USERPROFILE%\mimikatz\x64\mimikatz.exe
Or set the MIMIKATZ_PATH environment variable.
Kali Linux
Mimikatz is typically pre-installed:
# Check if mimikatz is available
locate mimikatz.exe
# Common paths on Kali:
# /usr/share/windows-resources/mimikatz/x64/mimikatz.exe
# /usr/share/mimikatz/x64/mimikatz.exe
Usage
Claude Desktop Configuration
Add to your claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"mimikatz": {
"command": "node",
"args": ["/path/to/sec-mimikatz-mcp/dist/index.js"],
"env": {
"MIMIKATZ_PATH": "/path/to/mimikatz.exe"
}
}
}
}
MCP Configuration (user-mcps.json)
{
"mimikatz": {
"command": "node",
"args": ["/path/to/sec-mimikatz-mcp/dist/index.js"],
"env": {
"MIMIKATZ_PATH": "/usr/share/windows-resources/mimikatz/x64/mimikatz.exe"
}
}
}
Available Tools
Status and Information
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
mimikatz_status |
Check Mimikatz installation status and system compatibility |
Credential Extraction (sekurlsa)
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
mimikatz_sekurlsa_logonpasswords |
Extract plaintext passwords, hashes, PIN codes, and Kerberos tickets |
mimikatz_sekurlsa_wdigest |
Extract WDigest credentials from LSASS |
mimikatz_sekurlsa_kerberos |
List Kerberos credentials and tickets |
mimikatz_sekurlsa_msv |
Extract NTLM hashes (MSV1_0 credentials) |
LSA/SAM Dumping
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
mimikatz_lsadump_sam |
Dump SAM database hashes (local accounts) |
mimikatz_lsadump_secrets |
Dump LSA secrets (service account credentials) |
mimikatz_lsadump_dcsync |
DCSync attack to replicate AD credentials |
Kerberos Attacks
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
mimikatz_kerberos_golden |
Create Golden Ticket for persistent domain access |
mimikatz_kerberos_silver |
Create Silver Ticket for service-specific access |
mimikatz_kerberos_ptt |
Pass-the-Ticket: Import a Kerberos ticket |
mimikatz_kerberos_list |
List Kerberos tickets in current session |
mimikatz_kerberos_purge |
Purge all Kerberos tickets |
Additional Tools
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
mimikatz_vault_cred |
Dump Windows Vault credentials (saved passwords) |
mimikatz_dpapi_masterkey |
Decrypt DPAPI master keys |
mimikatz_crypto_certificates |
Export certificates with private keys |
mimikatz_token_elevate |
Elevate to SYSTEM or impersonate users |
mimikatz_privilege_debug |
Enable SeDebugPrivilege |
mimikatz_process_list |
List running processes with security context |
mimikatz_misc_cmd |
Spawn command prompt with elevated context |
mimikatz_custom |
Execute custom Mimikatz commands |
Examples
Check Installation Status
Tool: mimikatz_status
Extract Logon Passwords
Tool: mimikatz_sekurlsa_logonpasswords
DCSync Attack
Tool: mimikatz_lsadump_dcsync
Arguments:
domain: "corp.example.com"
user: "Administrator"
Create Golden Ticket
Tool: mimikatz_kerberos_golden
Arguments:
domain: "corp.example.com"
sid: "S-1-5-21-..."
krbtgt_hash: "aad3b435b51404eeaad3b435b51404ee"
user: "FakeAdmin"
Custom Commands
Tool: mimikatz_custom
Arguments:
commands: ["privilege::debug", "sekurlsa::logonpasswords", "exit"]
Security Considerations
- Authorization: Only use on systems you own or have explicit permission to test
- Privilege Requirements: Most tools require administrative/SYSTEM privileges
- Detection: Mimikatz is detected by most antivirus/EDR solutions
- Audit Logs: Actions may be logged by Windows Event Log and SIEM systems
- Legal Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
Environment Variables
| Variable | Description |
|---|---|
MIMIKATZ_PATH |
Full path to mimikatz.exe binary |
Troubleshooting
Mimikatz Not Found
Set the MIMIKATZ_PATH environment variable to the full path of your mimikatz.exe binary.
Permission Denied
Run with elevated privileges (Administrator on Windows, root on Linux).
Wine Issues on Linux
Ensure Wine is properly installed and configured:
sudo apt install wine64
wine --version
Development
# Install dependencies
npm install
# Development mode (with hot reload)
npm run dev
# Build
npm run build
# Run
npm start
License
MIT License - see LICENSE
Disclaimer
This tool is provided for educational and authorized security testing purposes only. The authors are not responsible for any misuse or damage caused by this tool. Always obtain proper authorization before conducting security assessments.
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