Is Pyghidra Lite free?

Yes, Pyghidra Lite is free to use.

How do I install Pyghidra Lite?

Pyghidra Lite is a local plugin. Install it using PyPI package: pyghidra-lite and add the generated configuration snippet to your AI app's MCP config file. Then restart your AI app.

What credentials does Pyghidra Lite need?

Pyghidra Lite requires the following credentials or environment variables: GHIDRA_INSTALL_DIR. You can find setup instructions on the server detail page.

What AI apps work with Pyghidra Lite?

Pyghidra Lite uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and works with any MCP-compatible AI app, including Claude, ChatGPT / Codex, Gemini, Copilot, Cursor, and more.

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Pyghidra Lite MCP Server

by johnzfitch

Developer ToolsModerate5.2Local

Free

Token-efficient Ghidra RE: decompile, xrefs, Swift/ObjC, ELF/Mach-O, async analysis

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Token-efficient Ghidra RE: decompile, xrefs, Swift/ObjC, ELF/Mach-O, async analysis

What You'll Need

Set these up before or after installing:

Path to Ghidra installation directoryOptional

Environment variable: GHIDRA_INSTALL_DIR

How to Install

Add this to your MCP configuration file:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "io-github-johnzfitch-pyghidra-lite": {
      "env": {
        "GHIDRA_INSTALL_DIR": "your-ghidra-install-dir-here"
      },
      "args": [
        "pyghidra-lite"
      ],
      "command": "uvx"
    }
  }
}

Security Report

5.2

Moderate5.2Moderate Risk

Well-structured MCP server for Ghidra reverse engineering with proper environment variable handling and appropriate path restrictions. Minor concerns include some hardcoded paths and broad exception handling, but the security practices are generally solid with permissions matching the reverse engineering purpose. Supply chain analysis found 4 known vulnerabilities in dependencies (0 critical, 3 high severity). Package verification found 1 issue.

3 files analyzed · 9 issues found

Security scores are indicators to help you make informed decisions, not guarantees. Always review permissions before connecting any MCP server.