Operant AI, a cybersecurity startup known for its AI Gatekeeper platform, has introduced a new product called MCP Gateway. This tool is designed to secure artificial intelligence systems that use the fast-growing Model Context Protocol (MCP).
With more than 1,000 MCP servers now deployed globally, AI tools are being integrated rapidly across various industries. However, these open-source systems also come with rising security risks, especially as they connect large language models (LLMs) with APIs, databases, and other tools.
MCP Adoption Grows
MCP is becoming a popular method for enabling smart and secure interactions between AI models and software environments. According to Gartner, nearly 75% of API gateway vendors may adopt MCP features by 2026. In India alone, where the AI sector could grow to $17 billion by 2027, MCP usage is accelerating in IT services, fintech, and healthcare.
Despite this growth, security risks like data leaks, prompt injections, and agent spoofing are increasing. Inter-agent spoofing is especially risky, where one compromised AI agent may mislead others across a network.
Addresses Modern Threats
Operant AI says that traditional cybersecurity tools, built for static environments, are not effective in these new AI-driven systems. MCP Gateway is designed to solve this problem by providing live monitoring, threat detection, and active protection.
The solution includes three major features: MCP Discovery tracks agent behavior in real time, MCP Detections identifies risks specific to AI like jailbreaks or unauthorized access, and MCP Defense offers enforcement tools like redaction, encryption, and access control.
Targets AI Ecosystem
CEO Vrajesh Bhavsar said many companies are adopting MCP without enough oversight or understanding of the risks. MCP Gateway helps these organizations gain control and visibility.
Co-founder and CMO Ashley Roof added that the tool is not just about protection, it’s about empowering the wider AI community. Operant is also starting a partner program to help other AI infrastructure providers integrate MCP Gateway into their platforms.
Supports Cloud Platforms
MCP Gateway is part of the broader AI Gatekeeper suite and works across major cloud services like AWS Bedrock, Azure, and Google Vertex AI.
Founded by former leaders from Apple, Google, and VMware, Operant AI is supported by Felicis Ventures and SineWave. Gartner recently listed the company in its guide for AI trust and security solutions.
