SSH Client MCP Server

@jordanburke

About SSH Client MCP Server

MCP server exposing SSH control for Linux servers via Model Context Protocol.

Config

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "ssh-client-mcp-server": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "ssh-client-mcp-server",
        "-y",
        "--",
        "--host=1.2.3.4",
        "--port=22",
        "--user=root",
        "--password=pass",
        "--key=path/to/key"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Tools

Execute a shell command on the remote server

Overview

What is SSH Client MCP Server?

SSH Client MCP Server is a local Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that exposes SSH control for Linux and Windows systems, enabling LLMs and other MCP clients to execute shell commands securely via SSH.

How to use SSH Client MCP Server?

Install by cloning the repository and running pnpm install. Configure an MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop) with the server command npx ssh-client-mcp-server and arguments for --host, --port, --user, and either --password or --key. Use the exec tool to run shell commands on the remote server.

Key features of SSH Client MCP Server

MCP-compliant server exposing SSH capabilities
Execute shell commands on remote Linux and Windows systems
Secure authentication via password or SSH key
Built with TypeScript and the official MCP SDK

Use cases of SSH Client MCP Server

Execute remote shell commands on a Linux or Windows server via natural language
Enable LLM agents to manage servers and run scripts securely

FAQ from SSH Client MCP Server

What systems does SSH Client MCP Server support?

It works with Linux and Windows systems that have SSH enabled.

How does authentication work?

You can authenticate using a password or an SSH private key, specified via command-line arguments.

What transport does the server use?

The server runs locally over stdio, as demonstrated by the npx command configuration.

What dependencies are required?

Node.js and pnpm are needed for installation and running the server from source.

Is SSH Client MCP Server officially endorsed?

No. It is provided under the MIT License and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any SSH or MCP provider. Use at your own risk.

Frequently asked questions

What systems does SSH Client MCP Server support?

It works with Linux and Windows systems that have SSH enabled.

How does authentication work?

You can authenticate using a password or an SSH private key, specified via command-line arguments.

What transport does the server use?

The server runs locally over stdio, as demonstrated by the npx command configuration.

What dependencies are required?

Node.js and pnpm are needed for installation and running the server from source.

Is SSH Client MCP Server officially endorsed?

No. It is provided under the MIT License and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any SSH or MCP provider. Use at your own risk.

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