JVM Diagnostics MCP
by brunoborges
This MCP Server wraps various JVM diagnostic tools like `jstat`, `jcmd`, and `jps`, adding a prompt to improve their usability and exposing them through the Model Context Protocol. It allows for monitoring JVM performance and managing JVM processes.
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What is JVM Diagnostics MCP?
This is an MCP Server that provides access to JVM diagnostic tools through a standardized interface. It simplifies the process of monitoring and managing JVM processes by wrapping command-line tools and exposing them via the Model Context Protocol.
How to use JVM Diagnostics MCP?
The server can be installed either with Java or Docker. After installation, it can be configured to work with tools like Claude Desktop or VS Code Insiders by adding the server configuration to the respective configuration files. The server currently only supports the stdio
transport and is intended for local use.
Key features of JVM Diagnostics MCP
Monitoring JVM performance metrics using
jstat
.Inspecting and managing JVM processes with
jps
.Executing diagnostic commands with
jcmd
.Analyzing thread dumps and heap dumps.
Use cases of JVM Diagnostics MCP
Troubleshooting JVM performance issues.
Monitoring JVM resource usage.
Diagnosing memory leaks.
Analyzing thread contention.
FAQ from JVM Diagnostics MCP
Is it safe to use?
Is it safe to use?
Use with caution, as the MCP server is driven by an LLM. Validate the commands it generates, especially when using less reliable LLMs. The software is provided "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.
Is it secured, and should I run this on a remote server?
Is it secured, and should I run this on a remote server?
No. The current implementation only works with the stdio
transport and is intended for local use. Running it on a remote server could be exploited by an attacker.
How do I install it?
How do I install it?
The server can be installed using Java or Docker. Instructions for both methods are provided in the README.
What Java version do I need?
What Java version do I need?
Java 17 or higher is required.
How do I configure it for Claude Desktop?
How do I configure it for Claude Desktop?
Add the server configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json
file, pointing to the location of the jvm-diagnostics-mcp.jar
file or the Docker image.