Shell MCP Server

Example Use Cases

• 1

  Execute shell commands securely with strict command whitelisting.

• 2

  User confirmation before running non-whitelisted shell commands.

• 3

  Run shell commands over multiple transport protocols with timeout and feature restrictions.

Description

shell-mcp is a Model Context Protocol server designed to safely execute shell commands over multiple transports with comprehensive validation and security features. It supports advanced command whitelisting, user confirmation for non-whitelisted commands, and shell feature restrictions to prevent misuse. The server provides detailed error messages and timeout protections, making it suitable for developers and LLM agents requiring controlled shell access. It also includes a CLI tool for enhanced error reporting and flexible configuration.