High-risk tools in n8n Workflow Builder MCP Server
3 of the 34 tools in n8n Workflow Builder MCP Server are classified as high risk. This page profiles those tools specifically, with recommended policy actions and the attack patterns that target them.
Every operation listed below is an action PolicyLayer recommends controlling at the transport layer. Open any tool to see the full profile, risk score, and YAML policy snippet.
Tools at high risk
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execute_workflowExecuteTrigger immediate execution of a workflow by its ID. Starts the workflow manually regardless of its normal triggers (webhooks, schedules, etc.). Returns execution details includ...
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activate_workflowExecuteActivate an n8n workflow
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create_workflow_and_activateExecuteCreate and activate an n8n workflow
Attacks that target this class
High-risk tools in any server share these documented attack patterns. Each links to the full case and the defensive policy.