MCP SSH Docker Server

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About MCP SSH Docker Server

MCP server to play with IA and containerlab instances

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-ssh-frr": {
      "command": "python",
      "args": [
        "-m",
        "venv",
        ".venv"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Overview

What is MCP SSH Docker Server?

MCP SSH Docker Server is a Message Control Protocol (MCP) server that enables SSH and Docker command execution on remote systems and containers. It provides a standardized interface for operators and developers to run commands, stream output, and handle long-running tasks.

How to use MCP SSH Docker Server?

Install via pip install mcp-ssh-frr or from source, then configure SSH environment variables (SSH_HOST, SSH_USER, SSH_PORT) and place your private key in ./config/id_rsa. Start the server with python mcp_ssh_docker_server.py and use the ssh_exec and ssh_exec_docker tools with the required arguments.

Key features of MCP SSH Docker Server?

SSH command execution on remote systems
Docker container command execution
Real-time output streaming with progress updates
Structured JSON output support
Command cancellation and configurable timeouts

Use cases of MCP SSH Docker Server?

Execute shell commands on a remote server via MCP
Run commands inside a specific Docker container
Automate network device configuration (e.g., vtysh)
Monitor long-running commands with streaming and progress
Integrate with MCP-based AI agents for remote operations

FAQ from MCP SSH Docker Server

What authentication method does MCP SSH Docker Server use?

It uses SSH key‑based authentication; place your private key in ./config/id_rsa and add the public key to the remote host’s authorized_keys.

What are the default timeout values?

SSH connection timeout is 10 seconds, command execution timeout is 30 seconds, and stream maximum time is 300 seconds (5 minutes).

Can I get output in JSON format?

Yes, set the structured_output argument to true in either ssh_exec or ssh_exec_docker to receive a JSON response with exit code, stdout, stderr, duration, and metadata.

How do I list available Docker containers?

Call ssh_exec_docker with the argument "list_containers": true; it will return a list of containers on the remote host.

What are the runtime requirements for MCP SSH Docker Server?

Python 3.7+, SSH access to the target system, and Docker installed on the target system if you intend to use Docker commands.

Frequently asked questions

What authentication method does MCP SSH Docker Server use?

It uses SSH key‑based authentication; place your private key in `./config/id_rsa` and add the public key to the remote host’s `authorized_keys`.

What are the default timeout values?

SSH connection timeout is 10 seconds, command execution timeout is 30 seconds, and stream maximum time is 300 seconds (5 minutes).

Can I get output in JSON format?

Yes, set the `structured_output` argument to `true` in either `ssh_exec` or `ssh_exec_docker` to receive a JSON response with exit code, stdout, stderr, duration, and metadata.

How do I list available Docker containers?

Call `ssh_exec_docker` with the argument `"list_containers": true`; it will return a list of containers on the remote host.

What are the runtime requirements for MCP SSH Docker Server?

Python 3.7+, SSH access to the target system, and Docker installed on the target system if you intend to use Docker commands.

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