Model Context Protocol moderate risk

Gradle

Gradle MCP server enables AI tools to inspect Gradle projects, execute tasks, and run tests, providing structured project information and task execution capabilities.

Connections & Capabilities

Connects To

GitHub

Capabilities

readwriteexec

Quickstart

Config

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "gradle-mcp-server": {
      "command": "java",
      "args": [
        "-jar",
        "<absolute_path_to_home>/mcp-servers/gradle-mcp-server/gradle-mcp-server-all.jar"
      ],
      "env": {},
      "disabled": false,
      "autoApprove": []
    }
  }
}

Exposed MCP Tools (3)

safe

get_gradle_project_info

Retrieves structured information about a Gradle project, including build structure, tasks, environment, and project details.

Read-only operation with no side effects.

high

execute_gradle_task

Executes specified Gradle tasks with custom arguments, JVM arguments, and environment variables.

Executes arbitrary Gradle tasks, potentially leading to code execution.

moderate

run_gradle_tests

Executes Gradle test tasks and returns structured results in a hierarchical JSON format.

Executes test tasks; failure output is filtered/truncated, but arbitrary code execution is still possible.

Safety Assessment

The Gradle MCP server is relatively safe for read-only operations like project inspection. However, executing tasks carries inherent risks due to the potential for arbitrary code execution within the Gradle environment. Exercise caution when using task execution tools, especially with untrusted projects.

Limited internet exposure (primarily stdio-based)
No built-in authentication mechanism
Clear separation of read and write operations via distinct tools
Test execution results are structured and filtered by default

Executes arbitrary Gradle tasks, potentially leading to code execution
Relies on the security of the underlying Gradle project
No explicit sandboxing for task execution
Can expose project information and build environment details