• DATA
  • STATS
  • INSIGHT
  • HUMAN

How to map iot device distribution with your AI

Connect Shodan to your AI client to scan for specific hardware. Once connected, your agent handles the queries and aggregates the data for you.

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Short answer

How can I map IoT device distribution using my AI?

Your AI uses Shodan to run targeted searches for specific hardware signatures. It then aggregates the results to show you where these devices are concentrated. You get a clear view of device density and geographic presence.

Where your data lands.

The outcomes of your search.

The AI processes Shodan queries and organizes the findings into these specific results.

DATA

Device presence maps

The AI identifies specific hardware signatures. You get a list of active devices matching your filters.

STATS

Density counts

The AI calculates how many devices exist within your parameters. You see the total volume of targets.

INSIGHT

Facet breakdowns

The AI pulls metadata like country or organization. You see how the distribution splits across categories.

HUMAN

Manual verification

The AI flags high-interest hosts. You decide which specific IP addresses to investigate further.

The workflow

What your AI does when the query arrives.

Your agent acts as the interface between your natural language request and the Shodan database.

  1. Targeted searching

    The AI translates your request into a precise Shodan query to find specific hardware or services.

    search_hosts

  2. Volume calculation

    The AI checks the total number of devices that match your specific search criteria.

    get_host_count

  3. Categorical analysis

    The AI pulls metadata facets to show how devices are grouped by location or type.

    get_facets

  4. Data synthesis

    The AI combines the counts and facets into a readable report for your review.

    get_facets

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to begin your device mapping task.

Starting points

Swap out the device types and locations with the specific hardware you are looking for.

Shodan Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_v56kfVzaldu64N35xQgpbhSkfmWiw9wRo7KH9Xgc/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Shodan capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "shodan-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_v56kfVzaldu64N35xQgpbhSkfmWiw9wRo7KH9Xgc/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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Start here

Connect Shodan once, then ask.

Just link your account once. Your credentials stay encrypted, and you can immediately start asking your AI to run searches.

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FAQ

How this task behaves.

  • 01

    Can the AI change my Shodan account settings?

    No. The AI only uses the tools to read and search data. It cannot modify your account or configuration.

  • 02

    Does the AI perform the actual scanning?

    No. The AI queries the existing Shodan database. It does not perform active network scanning itself.

  • 03

    Can the AI download files from the discovered hosts?

    No. The tools are limited to searching and retrieving host metadata and counts.

  • 04

    Will the AI automatically alert me if a new device appears?

    No. The AI only responds to the specific queries you send it. It does not monitor the internet in the background.

  • 05

    Can I use this to find specific IP addresses?

    Yes. You can use the search tools to identify specific hosts and their associated metadata.

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