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MCP Server SSH Server

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A secure SSH server for accessing and interacting with MCP (Model Context Protocol) tools installed remotely. This server allows clients to connect to multiple MCP tool providers through a unified secure interface.

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What is MCP Server SSH Server?

The MCP Server SSH Server is a secure SSH server designed to provide remote access to MCP tools. It aggregates multiple MCP servers into a unified interface, offering secure key-based authentication and an optional HTTP API for key management.

How to use MCP Server SSH Server?

To use the server, first install it using pip or uv. Configure the server with a JSON configuration file specifying the MCP tools to be accessed. Start the server with the desired command-line options, including the key management server if needed. Finally, connect to the server using an SSH client, utilizing key-based authentication.

Key features of MCP Server SSH Server

  • Secure Remote Access over SSH

  • Key-Based Authentication

  • Optional Key Management HTTP API

  • Server Aggregation for multiple MCP servers

  • Compatible with MCP prompts, resources, tools, and logging

  • Dynamic Configuration via JSON

Use cases of MCP Server SSH Server

  • Local Development Environment for MCP tools

  • Remote Hosting of MCP tools

  • Securely accessing MCP tools from different locations

  • Centralized management of multiple MCP tool providers

FAQ from MCP Server SSH Server

What is MCP?

MCP stands for Model Context Protocol, a protocol for interacting with various tools and resources.

How do I configure the server?

The server is configured using a JSON file that specifies the available MCP servers and their corresponding commands.

What is the key management server?

The key management server is an optional HTTP API that simplifies client key registration.

How do I install the server?

You can install the server using pip or uv, either directly from PyPI or from the source code.

What security measures are in place?

The server uses key-based authentication, secure file permissions, and rate limiting for the key management API.