What is shell-command-mcp?
shell-command-mcp is an MCP (Message Communication Protocol) server designed to execute shell commands in a controlled environment. It provides a way to remotely trigger and manage shell command execution.
How to use shell-command-mcp?
The server can be configured manually via the command line or through a JSON configuration file. You can start it with npx -y shell-command-mcp for a stdio server. For more control, use a JSON config to specify the command, arguments, and environment variables, including ALLOWED_COMMANDS to restrict which commands can be executed.
Key features of shell-command-mcp
Controlled shell command execution
MCP interface
Command whitelisting via
ALLOWED_COMMANDSJSON configuration support
Use cases of shell-command-mcp
Remote command execution
Automated task management
Integration with LLM chatbots
Secure shell access via MCP
FAQ from shell-command-mcp
What is MCP?
What is MCP?
MCP stands for Message Communication Protocol. It's a protocol for communication between different services.
How do I restrict which commands can be executed?
How do I restrict which commands can be executed?
Use the ALLOWED_COMMANDS environment variable to specify a comma-separated list of allowed commands.
Is it safe to allow all commands?
Is it safe to allow all commands?
No, allowing all commands using * is potentially dangerous and should be avoided in production environments.
Can I configure the server using a file?
Can I configure the server using a file?
Yes, you can use a JSON configuration file to specify the server's settings, including the command, arguments, and environment variables.
What happens if I try to execute a command that is not allowed?
What happens if I try to execute a command that is not allowed?
The server will likely reject the command execution request, depending on the implementation.