Isolator FAQs

Question 1

How do I provide code to Isolator?

Accepted Answer

You can provide code either directly via the `language` and `entrypoint_code` arguments, or by referencing a pre-defined snippet file using the `snippet_name` argument.

Question 2

What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?

Accepted Answer

MCP allows LLMs to use tools like Isolator. Isolator implements the `execute_code` tool, enabling LLMs to run code and get results without directly executing it on the host machine.

Question 3

What is Isolator?

Accepted Answer

Isolator is an MCP server that provides a secure code execution environment. It leverages Docker containers to isolate and run code snippets, protecting the host system from potentially harmful code.

Question 4

What languages does Isolator support?

Accepted Answer

Isolator currently supports Python, Go, and JavaScript. The specific versions are determined by the Docker images configured in `isolator_config.json`.

Question 5

How does Isolator ensure code security?

Accepted Answer

Isolator uses Docker containers for isolation and allows for configurable security limits, such as timeout and resource constraints. It also prevents network access by default. It prevents bind mounts for additional security.

Isolator

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Isolator

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