semgrep

Name: semgrep
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Author: Superlend

Automate fast security scanning of source code with Semgrep.

Updated Jul 10, 2025

Search Tags:#security #CI/CD #static-analysis #semgrep #pattern-matching #taint-mode

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npx skills add https://github.com/Superlend/superloop-core-contracts --skill semgrep-superlend

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Skill: semgrep
Source: https://github.com/Superlend/superloop-core-contracts/tree/main/.cursor/skills/static-analysis/skills/semgrep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Superlend/superloop-core-contracts --skill semgrep-superlend

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Semgrep provides fast, rule-based scanning of source code to identify security vulnerabilities and coding standard violations without requiring heavyweight, interprocedural analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

Quick Scans: Detects vulnerabilities and code patterns using automatic rule sets and language-specific checks.
Custom Rules & Pattern Matching: Create tailored checks for your codebase and enforce coding standards.
CI/CD Integration: Integrates into pipelines and supports SARIF/JSON outputs for reporting.
Use Case: Before merging a PR, run semgrep to surface potential security issues and policy violations.

Quick Start

Run a quick scan on the current directory with auto-configuration: semgrep --config auto .

Frequently Asked Questions about semgrep

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

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How do I run a quick security scan on my source code?▼

To run a quick security scan on your source code, execute a command like `semgrep --config auto` in your target directory to automatically apply language-specific checks and detect vulnerabilities.

Can I integrate static analysis into CI/CD pipelines for pull requests?▼

Yes, you can integrate this static analysis into CI/CD pipelines to scan code before merging a PR, surfacing security issues and policy violations while supporting standard multi-format outputs like SARIF and JSON for reporting.

What is taint-mode analysis and how does it work for security scanning?▼

Taint-mode analysis in security scanning tracks untrusted user input as it flows through code execution paths to detect vulnerabilities, operating via fast, rule-based pattern matching without requiring heavyweight interprocedural analysis.

How do I write custom rules for pattern matching to enforce coding standards?▼

You can write custom rules using pattern matching syntax to create tailored checks for your codebase, allowing you to enforce specific coding standards and identify security vulnerabilities unique to your application.

What is the best way to scan multiple programming languages for vulnerabilities?▼

The best way to scan multiple programming languages for vulnerabilities is using an auto-configured static analysis tool that applies language-specific rule sets, providing fast, rule-based checks across your entire codebase.

When should I avoid using pattern matching for static code analysis?▼

You should avoid using pattern matching for static code analysis when your security requirements demand heavyweight, interprocedural analysis to understand complex execution flows, as this approach prioritizes fast, rule-based scanning.