oscal-parser

Parses OSCAL documents from JSON, YAML, or XML into structured data.

7|2|Updated Jan 1, 2026

Search Tags:#compliance #json #yaml #metadata #xml #parse #oscal

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npx skills add https://github.com/euCann/OSCAL-GRC-SKILLS --skill oscal-parser

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Skill: oscal-parser
Source: https://github.com/euCann/OSCAL-GRC-SKILLS/tree/main/skills/oscal-parser
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/euCann/OSCAL-GRC-SKILLS --skill oscal-parser

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OSCAL documents come in multiple formats (JSON, YAML, XML) and contain rich metadata, controls, and components. This skill provides a reliable way to parse OSCAL documents and produce structured data suitable for analysis, validation, and interoperability across catalogs, SSPs, profiles, and component definitions.

Core Features & Use Cases

Detect and parse OSCAL models (Catalog, Profile, SSP, Component Definition, Assessment Plan/Results, POA&M)
Extract metadata, controls, components, and references into consistent data structures
Transform OSCAL content for validation, mapping, or compliance workflows
Use Case: Given an OSCAL Catalog, derive a consolidated view of controls and metadata for reporting

Quick Start

Parse the provided OSCAL document and return a structured data representation.

Frequently Asked Questions about oscal-parser

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I parse OSCAL documents from JSON, YAML, or XML into structured data?▼

To parse OSCAL documents from JSON, YAML, or XML, you provide the file to extract metadata, controls, components, and references into a machine-readable structure. This enables analysis, transformation, or validation across compliance workflows.

What OSCAL model types can I extract controls and metadata from?▼

You can extract controls and metadata from Catalog, Profile, System Security Plan (SSP), Component Definition, Assessment Plan, Assessment Results, and POA&M OSCAL model types. Each is parsed into consistent data structures for reporting.

Do I need external data or dependencies to parse an OSCAL System Security Plan?▼

No external data or dependencies are required to parse an OSCAL System Security Plan. The parsing process relies solely on the provided file to extract structured data, requiring no additional environment setup.

Can I use parsed OSCAL data for compliance validation and mapping workflows?▼

Yes, you can use parsed OSCAL data for compliance validation and mapping workflows. The skill transforms OSCAL content into structured data, enabling interoperability and consistent analysis across catalogs and component definitions.

What is the best way to consolidate OSCAL Catalog controls for reporting?▼

The best way to consolidate OSCAL Catalog controls for reporting is parsing the document to derive a structured view of controls and metadata. This produces consistent data structures suitable for analysis and transformation.

Are there limitations when transforming OSCAL content for interoperability?▼

The skill parses OSCAL content into structured data without external dependencies, but limitations depend on the input file format and model type validity. It supports JSON, YAML, and XML for extraction, ensuring consistent data structures for analysis.