mcp-shell-server
MCP server for executing shell commands via AI agents. mcp-shell-server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by mkusaka. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 1 tool, including shell_exec, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under Tool/CLI and AI/Agent.
What is this MCP
This MCP (Model Context Protocol) server acts as a bridge for AI agents to safely execute shell commands, supporting multiple shells with detailed error handling.
How to use this MCP
Install via npm/yarn/pnpm, configure in Cursor IDE, and call viashell_exec tool with commands as parameters.
What this MCP can be used for
Enabling AI agents to perform system operations, automate tasks, and retrieve system information through shell command execution.
AIMCP authority
DR and traffic signal for the AIMCP public domain.
Frequently asked questions
What is the mcp-shell-server MCP server?
mcp-shell-server is a Model Context Protocol server from mkusaka. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect mcp-shell-server to my AI client?
Add mcp-shell-server to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does mcp-shell-server provide?
mcp-shell-server provides 1 tool: shell_exec.
Is mcp-shell-server free to use?
mcp-shell-server is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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