Local MCP-Server-with-HTTPS-and-GitHub-OAuth

What is Local MCP-Server-with-HTTPS-and-GitHub-OAuth?

A secure local MCP server built with Node.js and Express that provides HTTPS encryption using self-signed certificates, GitHub OAuth authentication, and additional security measures like rate limiting and HTTP header protection. It is intended for developers who need a secure local environment for testing MCP workflows with authentication.

How to use Local MCP-Server-with-HTTPS-and-GitHub-OAuth?

Clone the repository, install dependencies (npm install), generate SSL certificates with OpenSSL, configure .env with your GitHub OAuth credentials, and start the server (node server.js). Then access https://localhost:3000 and authenticate via /auth.

Key features of Local MCP-Server-with-HTTPS-and-GitHub-OAuth

• HTTPS encryption via self-signed certificates
• GitHub OAuth authentication and session management
• Rate limiting to protect against DoS attacks
• Secure cookies with express-session and helmet
• Protected routes requiring authentication (e.g., /secure-data)

Use cases of Local MCP-Server-with-HTTPS-and-GitHub-OAuth

• Securely developing and testing MCP clients locally
• Demonstrating OAuth-based authentication for MCP servers
• Experimenting with HTTPS and security best practices in Node.js
• Building a local proof-of-concept for production-grade MCP servers