MCP server for secure command-line interactions on Windows systems, enabling controlled access to PowerShell, CMD, and Git Bash shells.
Overview
What is Windows CLI?
Windows CLI is a secure MCP server designed for controlled command-line interactions on Windows systems, allowing access to PowerShell, CMD, Git Bash, and remote systems via SSH.
How to use Windows CLI?
To use Windows CLI, configure it by creating a JSON configuration file specifying security controls, then execute commands via MCP clients like Claude Desktop using npx @simonb97/server-win-cli.
Key features of Windows CLI?
- Multi-shell support: Execute commands in PowerShell, CMD, and Git Bash.
- SSH support: Control remote systems via SSH.
- Robust security controls: Includes command and SSH command blocking, path restrictions, command logging, and smart argument validation.
Use cases of Windows CLI?
- Securely executing scripts in various command-line environments.
- Managing remote servers through SSH seamlessly.
- Logging and auditing command history for security compliance.
FAQ from Windows CLI?
- Is Windows CLI safe to use?
Yes, Windows CLI includes various security controls to restrict command execution and access paths to ensure safety.
- Can I customize the settings?
Absolutely! You can specify custom rules, shell-specific settings, and SSH connection profiles in the configuration file.
- What happens if I don’t configure it?
The server will run with a default restrictive configuration to protect your system.