Tailscale FAQs

Question 1

What can I do with the Tailscale MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

You can check your Tailscale status, connected devices, network diagnostics, IP addresses, and more directly from LLMs. It exposes commands as tools for easy interaction.

Question 2

How do I install the Tailscale MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

You can build it from source using Go. Ensure you have the Tailscale CLI installed and accessible in your `$PATH`. Configuration involves modifying your Claude Desktop configuration file to include the server's command path.

Question 3

Is the Tailscale MCP Server secure?

Accepted Answer

The server only allows read-only access and whitelists 'safe' Tailscale CLI subcommands. However, it's crucial to understand the risks of exposing any part of your network to third-party applications, especially LLMs and prompt injection vulnerabilities.

Question 4

What is the Tailscale MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

It's a server that provides read-only access to your Tailscale network via the Model Context Protocol (MCP), allowing MCP-compatible clients like Claude to interact with your network.

Question 5

What kind of data can I get from Tailscale using this?

Accepted Answer

You can retrieve information on your tailnet status, list of available devices, network connectivity details, public and Tailscale IP addresses, DNS configurations, exit node status and make recommendations, and more, all securely through the MCP connection.

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