Obot

Obot is an open-source MCP (Model Context Protocol) gateway designed to solve the security and management challenges that come with connecting AI agents to organizational data and tools. It acts as a central control point, letting IT teams securely onboard MCP servers—like those for Outlook, Slack, or GitHub—and define who or what can access them. Instead of every developer or AI agent connecting directly and creating potential security gaps, all connections are routed through Obot, which enforces authentication and authorization policies.

What makes Obot stand out is its comprehensive approach to the MCP ecosystem. It's not just a proxy; it includes a full catalog for discovering available Skills and servers, handles the hosting and deployment of servers when needed, and provides detailed audit logs. It integrates with identity providers like GitHub, Google, Okta, and Microsoft Entra, making it fit into existing enterprise workflows. The platform is built to support popular AI clients like Claude Desktop, Cursor, and VS Code, giving users a seamless way to connect while keeping IT in control.

This tool is built for organizations that are adopting AI agents and need to maintain security and oversight. IT administrators benefit from having a single pane of glass to manage access and monitor usage. Development teams get a self-service way to discover and use approved MCP Skills without compromising security. Ultimately, Obot helps companies accelerate their use of AI agents by providing the necessary governance layer, preventing data leaks and 'shadow' AI infrastructure from spreading unchecked.