AI Agent for SSH MCP Server
Seamlessly integrate secure SSH command execution into your AI workflows with the SSH-MCP-Server. Enable AI assistants and applications supporting the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to execute remote server commands, transfer files, and manage credentials—all without exposing sensitive SSH details. Boost your operational efficiency and security with this open-source, ready-to-use bridge.
Execute SSH Commands Remotely
Directly execute SSH commands on remote servers through a standardized MCP protocol interface. Empower your AI agents to interact with production, staging, or test servers securely, without ever exposing SSH credentials. Boost productivity and ensure operational safety.
- Credential Isolation.
- SSH credentials are never exposed to AI models. All authentication details are stored locally to maximize security.
- Standardized MCP Protocol.
- Integrates effortlessly with AI assistants and tools supporting the Model Context Protocol.
- Ready-to-Use Deployment.
- Run instantly with NPX—no global installation required. Get started with secure remote execution in seconds.
- Multiple Authentication Methods.
- Supports both password and private key authentication, including passphrase-protected keys.
Bidirectional Secure File Transfer
Easily upload and download files between your local environment and remote servers over SSH. The SSH-MCP-Server enables seamless file management for your AI-driven workflows, ensuring data security and integrity at all times.
- File Upload Tool.
- Upload local files to remote servers securely using the 'upload' tool.
- File Download Tool.
- Download files from servers to local destinations with the 'download' tool.
- Simple Integration.
- Manage files as part of automated AI workflows without manual SSH sessions.
Powerful Command Security & Multi-Server Management
Control exactly which commands can be executed on your servers with flexible whitelist and blacklist options. Manage multiple SSH server configurations for seamless access to different environments, all from a single interface.
- Command Whitelist/Blacklist.
- Define exactly which commands are permitted or denied using regular expressions for maximum control.
- List Servers Tool.
- Quickly view all available SSH server configurations and their connection details.
- Multi-SSH Management.
- Configure and manage connections to multiple servers, streamlining operations for teams and environments.
Scalable Multi-Connection Orchestration
Effortlessly manage and switch between multiple SSH server connections. The SSH-MCP-Server provides a centralized interface for all your server operations, supporting scalable, robust infrastructure management.
- Multiple Server Connections.
- Easily configure and manage several SSH connections, each with unique authentication and access.
- Connection Switching.
- Switch execution context between servers using the 'connectionName' parameter in tool calls.
MCP INTEGRATION
Available SSH MCP Integration Tools
The following tools are available as part of the SSH MCP integration:
- execute-command
Execute SSH commands on remote servers and get results, enabling automation and remote management.
- upload
Upload local files to specified locations on remote servers for deployment or backup purposes.
- download
Download files from remote servers to local specified locations for retrieval or analysis.
- list-servers
List all available SSH server configurations managed by the integration.
Securely Control SSH Servers with AI Assistants
Bridge AI and remote server operations safely. Try ssh-mcp-server for secure SSH command execution, credential isolation, and flexible access controls—all without exposing sensitive data.
What is ssh-mcp-server
ssh-mcp-server is an open-source bridging tool designed to enable AI assistants and other applications that support the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to execute remote SSH commands securely and efficiently. By providing a seamless interface between MCP-enabled agents and traditional SSH connections, ssh-mcp-server allows users to interact with remote servers, automate workflows, and manage infrastructure directly from AI-driven platforms. The project is community-driven and aims to streamline server management by integrating the reliability of SSH with the advanced capabilities of modern AI agents.
Capabilities
What we can do with ssh-mcp-server
With ssh-mcp-server, users and AI agents can leverage the power of SSH to remotely manage, automate, and control servers through the standard MCP protocol. This enables advanced workflows, secure automation, and seamless remote access for both developers and AI-powered assistants.
- Remote Command Execution
- Run shell commands on remote servers via SSH from MCP-enabled AI agents or applications.
- Infrastructure Automation
- Automate complex server management tasks and deployment processes using AI-driven workflows.
- Secure Remote Access
- Facilitate secure, authenticated SSH connections integrated with AI and MCP systems.
- Workflow Integration
- Integrate server operations into broader AI-driven or automated workflows for DevOps and sysadmin tasks.
- Multi-Platform Support
- Operate across diverse environments and platforms, ensuring flexibility and scalability in server management.
What is ssh-mcp-server
AI agents can benefit from ssh-mcp-server by gaining secure, programmatic access to remote servers using SSH, enabling them to automate server management, deployment, and monitoring tasks. This integration empowers agents to execute complex operations, respond to real-time events, and streamline workflows, enhancing operational efficiency and productivity in AI-driven environments.