MCP tool
check_mta_sts
Check whether a domain enforces SMTP TLS for inbound mail via MTA-STS, protecting against downgrade attacks.
The check_mta_sts tool is provided by BlackVeil DNS & Email Security Scanner. Install that server in your AI client and the assistant can call it directly.
Servers exposing check_mta_sts
From the publisher:Check whether a domain enforces SMTP TLS for inbound mail via MTA-STS, protecting against downgrade attacks. Queries _mta-sts.<domain> and fetches the policy file, reports mode (enforce/testing/none) and MX coverage. Use to verify whether inbound SMTP is protected against TLS downgrade or MITM — distinct from check_dane which uses TLSA pinning. Part of the scan_domain audit.
Install BlackVeil DNS & Email Security Scanner →Parameter Type Description domain*string Domain to check (e.g., example.com) force_refreshboolean Bypass cache and run a fresh check. Useful after DNS changes. formatstring Output verbosity. Auto-detected if omitted.
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