TL;DR

Semgrep is a Security MCP server that lets Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf and any MCP-compatible AI agent enable AI agents to secure code with Semgrep. Install in 1 minute with mcpizy install semgrep.

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Semgrep

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Last updated September 4, 2026 Β· By MCPizy team

Enable AI agents to secure code with Semgrep. Static analysis for finding bugs and security issues.

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Repo audit: 54/100 β€” little recent maintenance, or missing licence and docs

Scored on licence, adoption, maintenance and documentation of semgrep/mcp. We show the grade whether it flatters the server or not.

repository archived Β· no commit for 10 months Β· 684 stars Β· MIT licence Β· 28 open issues

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Install Semgrep

Via MCPizy CLI (recommended):
mcpizy install semgrep
Or run directly:
uvx semgrep-mcp
View on GitHub

Works with

Claude Code
Claude Desktop
Cursor
Windsurf
VS Code + Copilot
Any MCP Client

Frequently asked questions

What is the Semgrep MCP server?

Semgrep is listed as an Security Model Context Protocol server whose documented purpose is to let an MCP-compatible agent enable AI agents to secure code with Semgrep. Client support, permissions and authentication remain specific to the upstream project.

How do I install Semgrep MCP with Claude Code?

The fastest way is the MCPizy CLI: run `mcpizy install semgrep` and MCPizy will add the server to your `.claude.json` automatically. You can also install it manually by adding an entry under `mcpServers` in `.claude.json` with the command `uvx semgrep-mcp` and restarting Claude Code.

Does MCPizy charge to view or install Semgrep MCP?

No. Reading this profile and copying its install guidance is free. Upstream software, API, account or usage costs are separate, and licence coverage should be checked from the linked source when available.

Does Semgrep MCP work with Cursor and Windsurf?

The MCP standard is supported by those clients, but a specific server can still have client-specific setup or transport limits. Use the configuration shown on this page when present and verify the upstream instructions before installation.

What can I do with Semgrep MCP?

Its documented purpose is to let an MCP-compatible agent enable AI agents to secure code with Semgrep. The exact tools, permissions and write capabilities depend on the server version and configuration shown by the upstream project.

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