MCP SSH Server

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Overview

What is MCP SSH Server?

MCP SSH Server is a secure SSH server implementation for the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It enables remote command execution and file operations over SSH, supporting both password and key-based authentication for secure connections.

How to use MCP SSH Server?

Install via npm (npm install mcp-ssh), then configure in Claude desktop config with environment variables SSH_PORT and SSH_LOG_LEVEL. Start the server and use its REST API endpoints (/connect, /exec, /upload, /download, /ls, /status) to manage SSH sessions and perform operations.

Key features of MCP SSH Server

Secure SSH connection management
Password and key-based authentication
Remote command execution
File upload and download operations
Progress tracking for file transfers
Permission and directory management

Use cases of MCP SSH Server

Remotely execute commands on multiple servers
Securely upload and download files to remote machines
Manage file directories and permissions over SSH
Automate bulk file transfers between local and remote systems

Frequently asked questions

What authentication methods are supported?

Both password and key-based authentication are supported, with optional passphrase for protected keys.

What environment variables are required?

`SSH_PORT` (default 8889) and `SSH_LOG_LEVEL` (default info) control server port and logging detail.

Where does data live?

All data is transmitted over SSH connections; no persistent storage on the server is described.

Does the server support file transfer progress?

Yes, progress tracking for file transfers is a listed feature. —

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