SysKnife
Administers Linux via typed, approval-gated actions with an Ed25519-signed audit trail.
Install
Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.
cargosysknife-cli
About this server
SysKnife is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as cargo and can be loaded by any client that speaks the Model Context Protocol.
Typical uses include giving your assistant scoped access to the corresponding service so it can answer questions and take actions with real data instead of guessing. Always review what a server can access before you enable it — see our MCP security guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the SysKnife MCP server?
SysKnife is an MCP server by lacs-project. Administers Linux via typed, approval-gated actions with an Ed25519-signed audit trail.
How do I install SysKnife?
Install it with: sysknife-cli. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.
Is SysKnife free to use?
The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/lacs-project/sysknife. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.
Which clients support SysKnife?
Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.