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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. It is intended for developers who need to manage remote servers via MCP.

How to use MCP SSH Server?

Install the npm package mcp-ssh, add it to your Claude desktop configuration, then interact via HTTP POST/GET endpoints on localhost:8889. Use /connect with credentials, /exec for commands, /upload//download for files, /ls for directory listing, and /status for connection state.

Key features of MCP SSH Server

  • Secure SSH connection management
  • Password and key-based authentication
  • Remote command execution
  • File upload and download operations
  • Directory listing and permission management

Use cases of MCP SSH Server

  • Execute commands on a remote server from an MCP client
  • Securely upload or download files via SSH
  • List and manage remote directories programmatically
  • Automate server maintenance tasks through MCP workflows

Frequently asked questions

1

What authentication methods does MCP SSH Server support?

It supports both password authentication and private key authentication (with optional passphrase).

2

How do I install MCP SSH Server?

Install the npm package globally: `npm install mcp-ssh`, then configure it in your `claude_desktop_config.json` under `mcpServers`.

3

What environment variables can I configure?

`SSH_PORT` sets the server port (default 8889). `SSH_LOG_LEVEL` sets the logging level (default info).

4

On what transport does MCP SSH Server communicate?

It uses an HTTP REST API on localhost:8889. No WebSocket or other transport is mentioned.

5

Does MCP SSH Server support bulk file transfers?

Yes, bulk file transfers and progress tracking for file transfers are listed as features.

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