Automattic's MCP WordPress guide promises AI post magic, delivers 'reference code only' with security nightmares for admins

Automattic, the company behind WordPress, has released a step-by-step guide on how to use the Model Control Protocol (MCP) with WordPress. The guide provides a reference implementation for developers to integrate MCP with WordPress, allowing for the creation of custom abilities and tools. To use MCP with WordPress, developers must first install and activate the Abilities Provider plugin, then configure the MCP client and verify the MCP server. The guide includes a code example for registering an ability, which includes meta information and permission callbacks. The MCP adapter is available on GitHub, and the official repository provides more information on how to use the protocol. The release of the MCP guide is significant for the WordPress community, as it enables developers to create custom tools and abilities for the platform. With over 60 million websites using WordPress, the integration of MCP has the potential to revolutionize the way developers interact with the platform, making it more efficient and powerful.