MCP.so
Sign In

mcp-ssh-toolkit-py

@VitalyMalakanov

Repository

About mcp-ssh-toolkit-py

mcp-ssh-toolkit-py is a powerful MCP server for secure SSH command execution via Model Context Protocol.

#mcp-ssh-toolkit#ssh-automation#secure-commands

Basic information

Category

Developer Tools

License

MIT

Runtime

python

Transports

stdio

Publisher

VitalyMalakanov

Submitted by

Vitaliy Malakanov

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-ssh-toolkit-py": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "build",
        "-t",
        "mcp-ssh-toolkit-py",
        "."
      ]
    }
  }
}

Tools

No tools detected

We auto-extract tools from the README. The maintainer can list them under a ## Tools heading to populate this section.

Overview

What is mcp-ssh-toolkit-py?

mcp-ssh-toolkit-py is a minimal Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for secure SSH automation, built with python-sdk and paramiko. It executes commands on remote servers via SSH and uploads/downloads files via SFTP, intended for DevOps automation, server management, and SSH integration in the MCP ecosystem.

How to use mcp-ssh-toolkit-py?

Install via Docker (build image and run) or pip (pip install git+https://github.com/VitalyMalakanov/mcp-ssh-toolkit-py.git and run python -m mcp_ssh_toolkit). Add to your MCP client configuration (e.g., cline_mcp_settings.json) as a Docker command. Use the tool ssh_execute_command with parameters: host, username, password or privateKey, command, port (default 22), timeout (default 20). Authentication supports password, SSH keys (RSA), and SSH agent.

Key features of mcp-ssh-toolkit-py

  • Secure SSH command execution via MCP
  • SFTP file upload and download
  • Multiple authentication methods (password, SSH keys, SSH agent)
  • Full compatibility with Claude/Cline
  • Ready-to-use Docker image and pip package
  • Configurable connection parameters (timeouts, ports)

Use cases of mcp-ssh-toolkit-py

  • DevOps automation via LLMs
  • Server management through chat interface
  • Secure remote script execution
  • SSH integration in MCP ecosystem

FAQ from mcp-ssh-toolkit-py

How do I install mcp-ssh-toolkit-py?

Install via Docker (build and run the image) or pip (pip install git+https://github.com/VitalyMalakanov/mcp-ssh-toolkit-py.git and run python -m mcp_ssh_toolkit).

How do I integrate mcp-ssh-toolkit-py with an MCP client?

Add it to your MCP configuration file (e.g., cline_mcp_settings.json) using the command "docker" with args ["run", "--rm", "-i", "mcp-ssh-toolkit-py"].

What authentication methods does mcp-ssh-toolkit-py support?

It supports username/password, SSH private keys (RSA), and SSH agent authentication.

What are the runtime dependencies for mcp-ssh-toolkit-py?

Python 3.8+, the python-sdk, and paramiko.

Are SSH credentials stored or logged by mcp-ssh-toolkit-py?

No, SSH credentials are never stored or logged. Always use strong passwords or SSH keys.

Comments

More Developer Tools MCP servers

mcp-excalidraw

yctimlin

MCP server and Claude Code skill for Excalidraw — programmatic canvas toolkit to create, edit, and export diagrams via AI agents with real-time canvas sync.

2.1K

MCP Containers

metorial

Connect any AI model to 1200+ integrations (MCP, CLI, API)

3.3K

TalkToFigma

sonnylazuardi

TalkToFigma: MCP integration between AI Agent (Cursor, Claude Code, Codex) and Figma, allowing Agentic AI to communicate with Figma for reading designs and modifying them programmatically.

6.9K

OpenSumi

opensumi

A framework helps you quickly build AI Native IDE products. MCP Client, supports Model Context Protocol (MCP) tools via MCP server.

3.6K

Hello World MCP Server (Reference Extension)

anthropics

Desktop Extensions: One-click local MCP server installation in desktop apps

2.0K