setup-semgrep-plugin

by semgrep · part of semgrep/cursor-plugin

Set up the Semgrep plugin by installing Semgrep, authenticating, and verifying compatibility

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🧩 One of 2 skills in the semgrep/cursor-plugin package — works on its own, and pairs well with its siblings.

This is the playbook your agent receives when the skill activates — you don't need to read it to use the skill, but it's here to audit before installing.

name: setup-semgrep-plugin description: Set up the Semgrep plugin by installing Semgrep, authenticating, and verifying compatibility

Setup Semgrep Plugin

Follow these steps to set up the Semgrep plugin:

2. Authenticate with Semgrep

semgrep login --force

5. Check Version Compatibility

Verify your Semgrep version is >= 1.146.0:

semgrep --version

If your version is older than 1.146.0, please update:

brew upgrade semgrep

Copy & paste — that's it

which semgrep || brew install semgrep

Run this in your project — your agent picks the skill up automatically.

1. Install Semgrep

Check if Semgrep is installed, and install it if not:

which semgrep || brew install semgrep

3. Install Semgrep Pro Engine

Install the Pro engine for enhanced scanning capabilities:

semgrep install-semgrep-pro || true

4. Verify Installation

Confirm everything is working:

semgrep --pro --version