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# Proxmox MCP Server

**Enterprise-grade Proxmox VE management for Claude Code with bulletproof security**

[![Version](https://img.shields.io/badge/version-2.1.0-blue.svg)](VERSION)
[![Security](https://img.shields.io/badge/security-maximum-green.svg)](docs/security/README.md)
[![License](https://img.shields.io/badge/license-MIT-blue.svg)](LICENSE)

## Quick Start
Get running in 10 minutes: **[Quick Start Guide](docs/getting-started/quick-start.md)**

## Key Features
- šŸš€ **Single-command installation** - Deploy in minutes with `sudo ./install.sh`
- šŸ›”ļø **85+ security controls** with bulletproof protection against all attack vectors
- šŸ”§ **Universal Claude Code access** - Use from any project directory
- šŸ“Š **Enterprise monitoring** with health checks and auto-healing
- šŸ”’ **Compliance ready** - SOC 2 / ISO 27001 / NIST framework support
- 🐳 **Containerized** - Docker-based deployment with production hardening
- ⚔ **Full VM/LXC management** - Create, clone, configure, and manage containers

## Installation Preview
```bash
# Clone and install
git clone https://github.com/YOUR-ORG/ProxmoxMCP-Production.git
cd ProxmoxMCP-Production
sudo ./scripts/install/install.sh

# Add to Claude Code globally
claude mcp add --transport http proxmox-production http://YOUR_IP:8080/api/mcp

# Use from any Claude Code project
cd /any/project && claude
```

## Documentation Navigation

### šŸŽÆ I want to...
| Goal | Documentation Path |
|------|-------------------|
| **Get started quickly** | [Quick Start](docs/getting-started/quick-start.md) |
| **Complete installation** | [Installation Guide](docs/getting-started/installation.md) |
| **Manage in production** | [Administration Guide](docs/administration/daily-operations.md) |
| **Integrate with systems** | [Integration Guide](docs/integration/claude-code-setup.md) |
| **Understand security** | [Security Guide](docs/security/security-guide.md) |
| **Troubleshoot issues** | [Troubleshooting](docs/administration/troubleshooting.md) |

### šŸ‘„ Role-Based Documentation
- **šŸ†• New Users**: Start with [Getting Started](docs/getting-started/README.md)
- **šŸ”§ Administrators**: Go to [Administration](docs/administration/README.md)  
- **šŸ‘©ā€šŸ’» Developers**: See [Integration](docs/integration/README.md)
- **šŸ›”ļø Security Teams**: Review [Security](docs/security/README.md)

## Architecture Overview

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│   Claude Code   │◄──►│  Proxmox MCP    │◄──►│   Proxmox VE    │
│                 │    │     Server      │    │                 │
│  • Projects     │    │  • Docker       │    │  • VMs/LXCs     │
│  • Commands     │    │  • Security     │    │  • Storage      │
│  • Integration  │    │  • Monitoring   │    │  • Network      │
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```

**Key Components:**
- **MCP Server**: FastMCP-based HTTP server with enterprise security
- **Security Layer**: 85+ controls with bulletproof privilege restrictions
- **Container Runtime**: Hardened Docker environment with resource limits
- **API Integration**: Full Proxmox API access with token authentication
- **SSH Gateway**: Secure command execution with audit logging

## Security Features

- šŸ›”ļø **Zero Critical Vulnerabilities** - Complete security validation with 85/85 tests passed
- šŸ”’ **Root Protection** - Bulletproof prevention of root user modification
- šŸ” **Command Filtering** - Whitelist-only approach with comprehensive dangerous command blocking
- šŸ“Š **Audit Logging** - Complete I/O logging and security event monitoring
- šŸ¢ **Enterprise Compliance** - SOC 2, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, NIST CSF ready
- 🚫 **Privilege Isolation** - Restricted claude-user with minimal necessary permissions

## Production Ready

āœ… **Tested Environments**: Proxmox VE 7.x, 8.x  
āœ… **Container Security**: Non-root execution, read-only filesystem, capability dropping  
āœ… **Resource Management**: CPU/memory limits, health checks, auto-restart  
āœ… **Network Security**: Isolated container networks, firewall integration  
āœ… **Backup/Recovery**: Automated backup with rollback procedures  
āœ… **Monitoring**: Health endpoints, log aggregation, performance metrics  

## System Requirements

- **Proxmox VE**: Version 7.0+ (tested on 8.4)
- **Operating System**: Debian-based (Proxmox default)
- **Resources**: 2GB RAM, 10GB disk space
- **Network**: Internet access for package installation
- **Permissions**: Root access for installation

## Quick Commands

```bash
# Health check
curl http://YOUR_IP:8080/health

# View logs
cd /opt/proxmox-mcp/docker && docker-compose logs -f

# Restart service
cd /opt/proxmox-mcp/docker && docker-compose restart

# Update installation  
cd /opt/proxmox-mcp && git pull && sudo ./scripts/install/install.sh
```

## Support & Community

- šŸ“– **Documentation**: Comprehensive guides in `docs/`
- šŸ› **Issues**: [Report bugs and request features](https://github.com/YOUR-ORG/ProxmoxMCP-Production/issues)
- šŸ’¬ **Discussions**: [Community support and questions](https://github.com/YOUR-ORG/ProxmoxMCP-Production/discussions)
- šŸ”’ **Security**: Report security issues privately to security@your-domain.com

## Contributing

We welcome contributions! Please see our [Contributing Guide](CONTRIBUTING.md) for details on:
- Code standards and review process
- Documentation requirements
- Security guidelines
- Development environment setup

## License

[MIT License](LICENSE) - Enterprise-friendly open source

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*This project provides enterprise-grade Proxmox VE management through Claude Code with bulletproof security and production-ready deployment.*