Self-hosted AI models may be reachable across your network; a free read-only checker can test for it

The author, who works at Munim, Inc., warns that common setup defaults can expose locally run AI models, such as those served by Ollama or LM Studio, to other devices or the internet. They describe a free, open-source, read-only checker that reads local configuration and running services and then produces a report without changing anything. The tool flags frequent problems, including model servers bound to all network interfaces instead of localhost, web interfaces lacking authentication, and software versions with published security advisories. The checker reports exact settings and fix commands for the user to apply manually rather than altering the system itself. The author also mentions an optional paid review service by the company, which is separate from the free tool.