---
title: "Semgrep Rule Runner"
description: "Executes Semgrep static analysis using the semgrep CLI with custom YAML rule packs. Supports --config auto for community rules, parses JSON output via --json flag, and integrates with Semgrep App API for centralized findings management and triage workflows."
verification: "security_reviewed"
source: "https://github.com/semgrep/semgrep"
category:
  - "Code Quality & Review"
framework:
  - "Gemini"
tool_ecosystem:
  github_repo: "semgrep/semgrep"
  github_stars: 14794
---

# Semgrep Rule Runner

Executes Semgrep static analysis using the semgrep CLI with custom YAML rule packs. Supports --config auto for community rules, parses JSON output via --json flag, and integrates with Semgrep App API for centralized findings management and triage workflows.

## Installation

Choose whichever fits your setup:

1. Copy this skill folder into your local skills directory.
2. Clone the repo and symlink or copy the skill into your agent workspace.
3. Add the repo as a git submodule if you manage shared skills centrally.
4. Install it through your internal provisioning or packaging workflow.
5. Download the folder directly from GitHub and place it in your skills collection.

## Source

- [Agent Skill Exchange](https://agentskillexchange.com/skills/semgrep-rule-runner/)