K8s MCP Server
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K8s MCP Server is a server for Anthropic's MCP (Model Context Protocol) that allows running Kubernetes CLI tools such as `kubectl`, `istioctl`, `helm`, and `argocd` in a safe, containerized environment. It acts as a secure bridge between language models and Kubernetes CLI tools.
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What is K8s MCP Server?
K8s MCP Server is a secure bridge between language models (like Claude) and Kubernetes CLI tools. It enables language models to execute validated Kubernetes commands, retrieve command documentation, and process command output in a structured way.
How to use K8s MCP Server?
To use K8s MCP Server, you need Docker installed, a valid Kubernetes configuration, and the Claude Desktop application. Configure the server in Claude Desktop by editing the claude_desktop_config.json file to include the Docker run command for the K8s MCP Server image, mounting your Kubernetes configuration. You can then interact with Kubernetes through Claude by asking it to perform Kubernetes operations, which will be executed via the K8s MCP Server.
Key features of K8s MCP Server
Execute Kubernetes CLI commands securely with proper validation, timeouts and error handling
Support for multiple Kubernetes CLI tools: kubectl, istioctl, helm, argocd
Command piping capabilities with popular Linux CLI tools
Detailed command validation and safety checks
Configurable timeouts and output limits
Comprehensive documentation and help retrieval
Context and namespace management
Pre-built prompt templates for common Kubernetes operations
Use cases of K8s MCP Server
Deploying and managing Kubernetes applications using natural language commands
Troubleshooting Kubernetes deployments through language model interaction
Automating Kubernetes tasks with language models
Providing a secure interface for language models to interact with Kubernetes clusters
FAQ from K8s MCP Server
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a protocol that allows language models to interact with external tools and services in a structured way.
What Kubernetes CLI tools are supported?
What Kubernetes CLI tools are supported?
The server supports kubectl, istioctl, helm, and argocd.
How do I configure the server?
How do I configure the server?
The server can be configured via environment variables passed to the Docker container, such as K8S_CONTEXT, K8S_NAMESPACE, K8S_MCP_TIMEOUT, etc.
How do I integrate with Claude Desktop?
How do I integrate with Claude Desktop?
Edit the claude_desktop_config.json file to include the K8s MCP Server configuration, specifying the Docker run command and mounting the Kubernetes configuration.
How does the server ensure security?
How does the server ensure security?
The server includes isolation through Docker, read-only access to Kubernetes configuration, non-root execution, command validation, and context separation. It also supports strict and permissive security modes with customizable security rules.