Linux Administration SSH OpenWebUI FAQs

Question 1

How do I integrate this tool with my OpenWebUI instance?

Accepted Answer

After configuring your VMs and starting the tool's Docker container, you simply copy the contents of `ssh_linux_control.py` into OpenWebUI's 'Workspace → Tools' section to add it as a new tool.

Question 2

Are there any security considerations for storing VM passwords?

Accepted Answer

Yes, `config.yaml` contains plain-text passwords and must NEVER be committed to version control. It's intended for local VM management on trusted networks only. An example configuration (`config.yaml.example`) is provided for safe templating.

Question 3

What is Linux Administration SSH OpenWebUI?

Accepted Answer

It's a powerful tool that enables you to administer your Linux virtual machines directly from OpenWebUI using SSH, featuring integrated safety checks for command execution.

Question 4

How does it prevent accidental destructive commands?

Accepted Answer

The tool automatically detects over 40 patterns for potentially destructive commands (e.g., `rm -rf`, `shutdown`, `systemctl stop`). These commands require explicit confirmation from the user before they are executed.

Question 5

What kind of SSH authentication is supported?

Accepted Answer

It supports password-based SSH authentication configured directly within its `config.yaml` file. This simplifies setup as it does not require managing SSH keys. Sudo commands also use configurable passwords.

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