cheat-engine-server-python

Overview

The MCP Cheat Engine Server is a specialized MCP server that offers structured, read-only access to memory analysis and debugging functionality through the Model Context Protocol. It targets developers, security researchers, and game modders who need to examine program memory without the risks of modification capabilities. The server emphasizes safety with its read-only mode, process whitelist system, and comprehensive operation logging, making it suitable for security-sensitive environments. Despite being Python-based with limited platform support (primarily Windows), it provides a rich set of tools including process enumeration, memory reading, pattern scanning, disassembly, and pointer chain resolution.

Try asking AI

After installing, here are 7 things you can ask your AI assistant:

• list_processes

  Get all running processes with their IDs and memory information

  Try:List all running processesTry:Show me available processes to attach to
• attach_to_process

  Attach to a specific process by ID for memory analysis

  Try:Attach to process with ID 1234Try:Connect to Notepad.exe for analysis
• detach_from_process

  Safely detach from the currently attached process

  Try:Detach from current processTry:Disconnect from the process I'm analyzing
• read_memory_region

  Read memory from a specific address with specified size and data type

  Try:Read 64 bytes at address 0x140000000Try:Get string data from memory address 0x20000000
• scan_memory

  Search for byte patterns or text in a memory region

  Try:Scan for pattern '48 8B 05 ?? ?? ?? ??'Try:Find all occurrences of 'Hello World' in memory
• disassemble_code

  Disassemble machine code at a specific address into assembly instructions

  Try:Disassemble 100 bytes at address 0x140001000Try:Show me the assembly code at this location
• analyze_structure

  Analyze memory structure at a specific address to understand data layout

  Try:Analyze data structure at address 0x200000000Try:Interpret the memory layout at this location
• resolve_pointer_chain

  Resolve multi-level pointer chains from a base address with offsets

  Try:Follow pointer chain at base 0x140000000 with offsets [16, 32, 48]Try:Resolve [[base + 0x10] + 0x20] + 0x30
• get_memory_regions

  Get the virtual memory layout and regions of the attached process

  Try:Show all memory regionsTry:List executable memory areas in the process
• import_cheat_table

  Import a Cheat Engine table (.CT) file for analysis

  Try:Import cheat table from C:/path/to/table.CTTry:Load the Cheat Engine file for analysis
• execute_lua_script

  Execute Lua scripts in safe mode for analysis purposes

  Try:Execute 'print("Hello from Lua")'Try:Run Lua script to analyze memory patterns
• get_process_info

  Get detailed information about the attached process

  Try:Show detailed information about process ID 1234Try:Get full process details for Notepad.exe

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Installation

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cheat-engine": {
      "command": "python",
      "args": ["path\\to\\server\\main.py", "--debug", "--read-only"],
      "cwd": "path\\to\\cheat-engine-server-python"
    }
  }
}

FAQ

Can this server modify memory?

No, the MCP Cheat Engine Server operates exclusively in read-only mode. It can read and analyze memory but cannot modify it, ensuring safety and preventing accidental system instability.

What processes can I attach to?

You can only attach to processes that are whitelisted in the `server/config/whitelist.json` file. By default, common applications like Notepad and Calculator are allowed. You can modify this file to add or remove processes as needed.

Why do I need administrator privileges?

Administrator privileges are required for accessing memory across processes in Windows. Without these permissions, the server would be unable to attach to processes or read their memory contents.

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