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ARC (Acuvity Runtime Container)

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ARC is a secure, streamlined Docker runtime designed specifically for MCP servers. It provides an isolated, robust environment, adding strong security measures, simplified deployment, and seamless remote access.

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What is ARC (Acuvity Runtime Container)?

ARC (Acuvity Runtime Container) is a secure Docker runtime environment tailored for MCP (Meta-Cognitive Protocol) servers. It aims to simplify deployment, enhance security, and provide seamless remote access for MCP servers.

How to use ARC (Acuvity Runtime Container)?

To use ARC, you can contribute your MCP server by opening a GitHub issue using the provided template, providing the source link and runtime configuration. Acuvity will then handle the containerization, Minibridge integration, SBOM validation, and remote support. Alternatively, you can deploy ARC into Kubernetes using Helm charts.

Key features of ARC (Acuvity Runtime Container)

  • Isolated Execution

  • Non-root by Default

  • Immutable Runtime

  • Version Pinning & CVE Scanning

  • SBOM & Provenance

  • Runtime Protection with Minibridge

  • Simplified Remote Connectivity

  • Kubernetes Integration

Use cases of ARC (Acuvity Runtime Container)

  • Securely hosting MCP servers

  • Protecting agent-to-MCP interactions

  • Enforcing runtime integrity and policy compliance

  • Simplifying MCP server deployment

  • Providing secure remote access to MCP servers

  • Deploying MCP servers in Kubernetes environments

FAQ from ARC (Acuvity Runtime Container)

What is Minibridge?

Minibridge integrates seamlessly with ARC to secure agent-to-MCP interactions, enforcing runtime integrity and policy compliance.

What security measures does ARC provide?

ARC offers isolated execution, non-root by default, immutable runtime, version pinning, CVE scanning, SBOM & provenance, and runtime protection with Minibridge.

How does ARC simplify remote connectivity?

ARC effortlessly bridges your MCP server without custom protocols—Minibridge handles HTTP/SSE, WebSockets, and more.

Can I deploy ARC in Kubernetes?

Yes, ARC offers Kubernetes integration with Helm charts and sensible defaults.

How can I contribute my MCP server to ARC?

Open a GitHub issue using the provided template, providing the source link and runtime configuration.