ssh-gateway
A local MCP server with a web UI that runs SSH commands on your hosts, with approvals and an audit log.
No outside reports on file
ssh-gateway runs shell or system commands; restrict its folder reach, network access, and credentials before installing.
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 30, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
What it can access
- Local filesNo local folder access notedLOW
- Command executionRuns shell or system commandsREVIEW
- Network reachLocal or standard API callsLOW
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourcenpm (ssh-gateway)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y ssh-gatewayEverything known
We found nothing about this project in the sources we read (last checked 2026-10-30). That does not mean it has no problems.
0 incidents · 0 advisories · 0 news articles · 0 community threads · checked 2026-10-30
Popularity grade: F (from public signals such as stars and downloads, not a code review). Graded 2026-10-30.
Sources we read: OSV, GitHub Advisory Database, CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities, 44 security news feeds and our incident library. Last checked 2026-10-30.
About Ssh Gateway
Ssh Gateway is an MCP server focused on Web & browsing and Cloud & infrastructure: A local MCP server with a web UI that runs SSH commands on your hosts, with approvals and an review log.
It is published on npm as ssh-gateway (795 weekly npm downloads). Based on its public metadata, its operational scope includes: runs shell or system commands.
Setup
These use the package this listing points to. Check the project’s own instructions before running anything.
npm command
npx -y ssh-gatewayMCP client config
For Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json) or Cursor (.cursor/mcp.json).
{
"mcpServers": {
"ssh-gateway": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"ssh-gateway"
]
}
}
}Why this grade
Signal-based grade (0/7 points): no public source code found. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- Weekly npm downloads
- 795
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-10-30
These are public popularity signals, not a maintenance check. Look at the repository’s commit history and open issues.
Risks to watch for
- Command execution reach: Public metadata indicates shell, terminal, or container command execution. Run inside an isolated container or VM and require human approval before executing commands.
- Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via npm (ssh-gateway). Pin an exact release version or commit SHA rather than floating tags so upstream updates are reviewed first.
How to lower the risk
Least-privilege permissions
- Give it access only to the specific folders, accounts or projects it needs, never your whole drive or admin account.
- Use a separate, limited API key or login just for this tool so you can switch it off without affecting anything else.
Network isolation
- Run it on a work computer or sandbox account, not one holding personal or company-sensitive data.
- If your IT team can, limit which websites and services it is allowed to contact.
Monitoring
- Check its activity history or logs weekly at first, and look at what it changed or sent.
- Turn on alerts for new logins or unusual usage on any account it connects to.
Red flags to watch for
- It asks for more access than its job requires, or prompts you to paste passwords.
- It suddenly updates with new owners, or starts contacting unfamiliar websites.
Questions
How do I install Ssh Gateway?
Run npx -y ssh-gateway in your terminal, or add the server entry to your claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json as shown in the Setup section on this page.
Are there security reports about Ssh Gateway?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-30). Ssh Gateway currently holds Grade F (Many risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Review the permissions and source repository before granting access to local files, shell commands, or API keys.
Is Ssh Gateway actively maintained?
Ssh Gateway has 795 weekly npm downloads. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-30. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to Ssh Gateway?
Compare Ssh Gateway side by side with similar MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or browse all MCP servers on AgentArmorHQ.
README badge and team notes
Maintain or use Ssh Gateway? Show its live grade in your GitHub README, docs site, or run a check from the terminal before you install.
GitHub README Markdown:
[](https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/ssh-gateway)HTML embed:
<a href="https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/ssh-gateway"><img src="https://agentarmorhq.com/api/badge/ssh-gateway" alt="AgentArmorHQ Risk Grade for Ssh Gateway" height="20" /></a>Terminal check:
curl -fsSL https://agentarmorhq.com/api/cli | node --input-type=module - check "ssh-gateway"Share with your security lead
Need sign-off to use ssh-gateway? Copy this note for Slack, a ticket or a pull request.
### AgentArmorHQ Security Review Memo: ssh-gateway
- **Listing URL:** https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/ssh-gateway
- **Type:** App connector
- **Risk Grade:** Grade F (Many risk signals)
- **Outside Security Advisories on File:** 0
#### Permission & Blast-Radius Signals
- **Local files:** No local folder access noted
- **Command execution:** Runs shell or system commands
- **Network reach:** Local or standard API calls
- **Credentials:** No API token required
- **Package source:** npm (ssh-gateway)
#### Recommended Hardened Setup
- **Command:** `npx -y --ignore-scripts ssh-gateway`
- **Controls:** Pin an exact version in `.mcp.json`, scope access to a single workspace folder, and use a least-privilege read-only token where supported.
_Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 30, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee._Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Install command
- npm install ssh-gateway
- Est. context load
- ~850 tokens / turn (~5 tool schemas, 0.43% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 795 weekly npm downloads
- Last updated
- 2026-10-30
- Last graded
- 2026-10-30
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