Ssh FAQs

Question 1

What is SSH-MCP?

Accepted Answer

SSH-MCP is a tool that allows Large Language Models (LLMs) to connect to and interact with SSH servers through the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It enables LLMs to execute commands, manage sessions, and set up port forwarding on remote servers.

Question 2

How do I install SSH-MCP?

Accepted Answer

You can install SSH-MCP using either Docker (recommended) or Cargo. Docker provides a pre-built image, while Cargo requires a Rust toolchain. Detailed installation instructions are provided in the project's README.

Question 3

What are the key features of SSH-MCP?

Accepted Answer

Key features include connecting to SSH servers via MCP, executing commands on remote servers, setting up SSH tunnels and port forwards, managing multiple SSH sessions, and maintaining session state across multiple commands.

Question 4

How can I configure SSH-MCP?

Accepted Answer

SSH-MCP can be configured through environment variables such as `MCP_PORT` (for the MCP server port) and `RUST_LOG` (for setting the logging level). Cargo features can also be used to enable or disable specific functionalities, such as port forwarding.

Question 5

How do I connect to an SSH server using SSH-MCP?

Accepted Answer

You can connect using password, key, or SSH agent authentication by sending a JSON command to the MCP server with the appropriate parameters like address, username, and password or key path. See the documentation for specific JSON examples.

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