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Entra ID-authenticated MCP Server

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This is a minimal server demonstrating Entra ID authentication with MCP and HTTP+SSE transport. It serves as a basic example for implementing authentication in MCP servers.

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What is Entra ID-authenticated MCP Server?

This is a minimal server implementation showcasing how to integrate Entra ID authentication with the Model Context Protocol (MCP) using HTTP+SSE transport.

How to use Entra ID-authenticated MCP Server?

To run the server, use the following commands: npm install, npm run build, and npm run start. To test, use MCP Inspector or a similar tool that supports HTTP+SSE transport and authentication.

Key features of Entra ID-authenticated MCP Server

  • Entra ID authentication

  • MCP integration

  • HTTP+SSE transport

  • Minimal implementation

Use cases of Entra ID-authenticated MCP Server

  • Demonstrating Entra ID authentication with MCP

  • Providing a basic example for secure MCP server implementation

  • Learning how to use HTTP+SSE for MCP communication

  • Understanding token/credential handling in MCP servers

FAQ from Entra ID-authenticated MCP Server

Is this server production-ready?

No, this is not intended for production use. It's a minimal example.

What should I consider before adopting these practices?

Ensure you implement proper caching and secure token/credential handling practices.

What tools can I use to test this server?

You can use MCP Inspector or any tool that supports HTTP+SSE transport for MCP servers and authentication.

Where can I find more up-to-date samples?

Refer to the reference collection at https://github.com/localden/mcp-auth-servers for the latest samples and best practices.

What is MCP?

MCP stands for Model Context Protocol.