Megalinter MCP Server

MCP server for running Ox Security MegaLinter via mega-linter-runner

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What is the Megalinter MCP Server?

MCP server for running Ox Security MegaLinter via mega-linter-runner

The short version

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for running Ox Security MegaLinter through mega-linter-runner. Works with any CI/CD platform (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, CircleCI, Jenkins) or locally.

This server provides 15 MCP tools in total: 10 core tools and 5 convenience aliases across execution, discovery, and analysis workflows.

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

ToolWhat it does
megalinter_quick_actionInteractive shortcut that accepts a short request and routes it to the right workflow.
megalinter_help_quickGet context-aware help based on your current repository. Detects languages, frameworks, Docker, Terraform, and security files to suggest relevant commands.
megalinter_runUse this tool when you need full argument-level control. For short prompts, prefer megalinter_quick_action.
megalinter_write_config
megalinter_list_flavorsReturns the built-in list of common flavors (all, javascript, python, terraform, and others).
megalinter_get_lintersReturns linter metadata from the built-in catalogue and supports targeted filtering.
megalinter_get_security_infoReturns security linters grouped into categories such as SAST, secrets, supply chain, container, and infrastructure.
megalinter_get_reportersReturns available MegaLinter reporters, including CI-targeted formats.
megalinter_parse_reports
megalinter_get_issue_summarySummarises issues from megalinter-report.json and can apply severity/linter filters.
megalinter_get_security_recommendationsGenerates security recommendations based on active linters in the parsed report data.

How to install the Megalinter MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "megalinter": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "npm"]
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Example prompts to try

  • “Use Megalinter to megalinter quick action.”
  • “Use Megalinter to megalinter help quick.”
  • “Use Megalinter to megalinter run.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for running Ox Security MegaLinter via mega-linter-runner Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.