mcp
Semgrep MCP server for code security scanning. mcp is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by semgrep. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 6 tools, including security_check, semgrep_scan, semgrep_scan_with_custom_rule, get_abstract_syntax_tree, supported_languages and semgrep_rule_schema, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under Security/Vulnerability, Tool/Server and Development/IDE.
What is this MCP
This is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that integrates Semgrep, a static analysis tool, to scan code for security vulnerabilities within IDEs and LLM workflows.
How to use this MCP
Install via Python package (semgrep-mcp) or Docker container, then configure in supported IDEs like VS Code or Cursor by adding the server details to mcp.json configuration files.
What this MCP can be used for
Enabling real-time code security scanning during development, writing custom Semgrep rules, and integrating security analysis into AI-assisted coding workflows.
AIMCP authority
DR and traffic signal for the AIMCP public domain.
Frequently asked questions
What is the mcp MCP server?
mcp is a Model Context Protocol server from semgrep. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect mcp to my AI client?
Add mcp to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does mcp provide?
mcp provides 6 tools: security_check, semgrep_scan, semgrep_scan_with_custom_rule, get_abstract_syntax_tree, supported_languages and semgrep_rule_schema.
Is mcp free to use?
mcp is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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