playbook-executor

Execute Ansible playbooks and manage jobs through Ansible Automation Platform.

48|31|Updated Feb 2, 2026

Search Tags:#remediation #CVE #ansible #job management #playbook execution

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npx skills add https://github.com/RHEcosystemAppEng/agentic-plugins --skill playbook-executor

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Skill: playbook-executor
Source: https://github.com/RHEcosystemAppEng/agentic-plugins/tree/main/rh-sre/skills/playbook-executor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/RHEcosystemAppEng/agentic-plugins --skill playbook-executor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires aap-mcp-job-management, aap-mcp-inventory-management, job_templates_list, job_templates_retrieve, projects_list, job_templates_launch_retrieve, jobs_retrieve, jobs_stdout_retrieve, jobs_job_events_list, jobs_job_host_summaries_list, inventories_list, hosts_list, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the execution of Ansible remediation playbooks, providing job management and reporting capabilities to streamline the remediation process.

Core Features & Use Cases

Ansible Playbook Execution: Automates the execution of Ansible playbooks through the Ansible Automation Platform (AAP).
Job Management: Offers full job management capabilities, including dry-run, reporting, and job status tracking.
Use Case: This Skill is ideal for executing remediation playbooks in response to CVEs, automating the patching process across multiple systems.

Quick Start

Use the playbook-executor skill to execute a remediation playbook.

Frequently Asked Questions about playbook-executor

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

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How do I automate Ansible playbook execution for CVE remediation?▼

Automating Ansible playbook execution for CVE remediation requires a platform to launch and track patching jobs across multiple systems. This Skill uses the Ansible Automation Platform to execute remediation playbooks while providing job status tracking and reporting.

Can I run a dry-run before executing an Ansible remediation playbook?▼

Running a dry-run before executing an Ansible remediation playbook is supported through the job management capabilities. You can verify playbook behavior and check job events before applying actual patches across your inventory.

Do I need the Ansible Automation Platform to execute remediation playbooks?▼

The Ansible Automation Platform is required to execute remediation playbooks using this Skill. It relies on specific AAP management tools for job templates, inventory hosts, and project retrieval to function properly.

How do I track job status and retrieve stdout after launching an Ansible playbook?▼

Tracking job status and retrieving stdout after launching an Ansible playbook is handled by querying job events and host summaries. The Skill retrieves job stdout and lists job events to provide full execution visibility and reporting.

What's the best way to manage Ansible jobs across multiple inventories?▼

Managing Ansible jobs across multiple inventories requires a tool that lists inventories and hosts while tracking job templates and execution events. This Skill integrates inventory management with job execution to automate playbooks across diverse system environments.