Dynamic Shell Command MCP Server
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A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables secure execution of shell commands with a dynamic approval system. This server allows running arbitrary commands while maintaining security through user approval and audit logging.
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What is Dynamic Shell Command MCP Server?
The Dynamic Shell Command MCP Server is a server that allows you to execute shell commands securely through a Model Context Protocol. It requires user approval for first-time command execution and provides audit logging for all executed commands.
How to use Dynamic Shell Command MCP Server?
To use the server, you can run it in standalone mode or integrate it with Claude Desktop. In standalone mode, run the dynamic_shell_server.py script. For Claude Desktop integration, configure the claude_desktop_config.json file with the server's command and arguments. When a new command is executed, you will be prompted to approve it. You can approve it once, approve it permanently, or deny it.
Key features of Dynamic Shell Command MCP Server
Dynamic command approval system
Persistent storage of approved commands
Comprehensive audit logging
Command timeout protection
Command revocation capability
No shell execution (prevents injection attacks)
Use cases of Dynamic Shell Command MCP Server
Executing shell commands securely in a controlled environment
Integrating shell command execution with Claude Desktop
Auditing shell command execution for security purposes
Providing a secure interface for running arbitrary commands
Managing and revoking command approvals
FAQ from Dynamic Shell Command MCP Server
How do I install the server?
How do I install the server?
Clone the repository, create a virtual environment, and install the dependencies using pip install -r requirements.txt.
How do I run the server?
How do I run the server?
You can run it in standalone mode using python dynamic_shell_server.py or integrate it with Claude Desktop by configuring the claude_desktop_config.json file.
Where are the approved commands stored?
Where are the approved commands stored?
Approved commands are stored in ~/.config/mcp-shell-server/approved_commands.json.
Where are the audit logs stored?
Where are the audit logs stored?
Audit logs are stored in ~/.config/mcp-shell-server/audit.log.
What security features does the server have?
What security features does the server have?
The server has user approval for first-time command execution, persistent storage of approved commands, comprehensive audit logging, a 5-minute command timeout, no shell execution (prevents injection attacks), and command revocation capability.