
ssh-mcpThis server connects your AI assistants to remote Linux or Windows machines. It safely runs shell commands over SSH, handles password or key logins, and automatically stops long-running tasks to keep
Overview
Key features
- Execute shell commands on remote Linux and Windows systems
- Secure authentication via password or SSH key
- Configurable timeout protection
- Automatic process abortion
- Support for sudo elevation
Pricing
- Model
- Free
- Category
- MCP Servers
- Rating
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Use cases
Remote Server Management
Use SSH MCP Server to manage remote Linux or Windows servers, executing shell commands securely via SSH.
Automated Task Execution
Integrate SSH MCP Server with LLMs or other MCP clients to automate task execution on remote servers.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Secure shell command execution over SSH
- Supports password and SSH key authentication
- Configurable timeout protection
- Automatic process abortion for long-running tasks
Cons
- Requires setup and configuration
- May require sudo access for certain commands
- Limited to executing shell commands
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Q&A
What is required to start using the server?
To start using the server, users must clone the repository, install dependencies, and configure their IDE or LLM, including setting required parameters such as hostname, username, and password or key.
Asked by Lior Ben-David · Dec 13, 2025
Can I configure timeout protection?
Yes, ssh-mcp provides configurable timeout protection to prevent long-running tasks.
Asked by Camille Laurent · Oct 23, 2025
What authentication methods are supported?
ssh-mcp supports secure authentication via password or SSH key.
Asked by Yaw Owusu · Oct 6, 2025
What systems does ssh-mcp support?
ssh-mcp supports Linux and Windows systems. It enables secure execution of shell commands on these remote systems via SSH.
Asked by Dalia Haddad · Sep 4, 2025
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