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MCP ServerMIT
GitHub MCP Server
GitHub's official MCP server for repository, issue, pull request, and code intelligence workflows.
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Installation
docker run -i --rm -e GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN ghcr.io/github/github-mcp-serverVerify the current upstream README before installation.
Capabilities
stdiossetoolsresources
Security notes
Use a narrowly scoped GitHub token and review every tool permission before enabling it.
Declared capabilities or risks
Network accessCode executionSecrets/API keys