What is Pandora's Shell? It is an MCP server that allows AI assistants to run terminal commands via a secure shell connection.
How to use it? You must set it up within a controlled environment, ensure your AI assistant supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP), and then follow the OS-specific configuration guides.
Key features include executing any shell command with full system access, capturing both stdout and stderr output, efficiently setting working directories, and handling command timeouts.
Use cases involve running system commands through an AI assistant in virtual machines, integrating AI with terminal operations for automation, and testing command execution in development environments.
Is it safe for a main machine? No. It is strongly recommended to only use Pandora's Shell in controlled, disposable environments such as virtual machines or development systems.
What are the prerequisites? You need Claude Desktop, Python 3.10 or higher, Git, and uv for package management.
How does error handling work? The server captures both standard output and standard error, enabling effective debugging of command failures.