Low Risk

cache_get_multi

Get multiple values from the cache (alias for get_many). Args: keys: List of keys to retrieve Returns: Dictionary of key-value pairs or error message

Part of the Amazon ElastiCache Memcached MCP Server MCP server. Enforce policies on this tool with Intercept, the open-source MCP proxy.

AI agents call cache_get_multi to retrieve information from Amazon ElastiCache Memcached MCP Server without modifying any data. This is common in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows where the agent needs context before taking action. Because read operations don't change state, they are generally safe to allow without restrictions -- but you may still want rate limits to control API costs.

Even though cache_get_multi only reads data, uncontrolled read access can leak sensitive information or rack up API costs. An agent caught in a retry loop could make thousands of calls per minute. A rate limit gives you a safety net without blocking legitimate use.

Read-only tools are safe to allow by default. No rate limit needed unless you want to control costs.

amazon-elasticache-memcached-mcp-server.yaml
tools:
  cache_get_multi:
    rules:
      - action: allow

See the full Amazon ElastiCache Memcached MCP Server policy for all 22 tools.

Tool Name cache_get_multi
Category Read
Risk Level Low

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Agents calling read-class tools like cache_get_multi have been implicated in these attack patterns. Read the full case and prevention policy for each:

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Other tools in the Read risk category across the catalogue. The same policy patterns (rate-limit, allow) apply to each.

What does the cache_get_multi tool do? +

Get multiple values from the cache (alias for get_many). Args: keys: List of keys to retrieve Returns: Dictionary of key-value pairs or error message. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Amazon ElastiCache Memcached MCP Server MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on cache_get_multi? +

Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for cache_get_multi. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the Amazon ElastiCache Memcached MCP Server MCP server.

What risk level is cache_get_multi? +

cache_get_multi is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit cache_get_multi? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the cache_get_multi rule in your Intercept policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block cache_get_multi completely? +

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for cache_get_multi. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides cache_get_multi? +

cache_get_multi is provided by the Amazon ElastiCache Memcached MCP Server MCP server (awslabs.memcached-mcp-server). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

Let agents act without letting them run wild.

Deterministic policy on every MCP tool call. Per-identity grants. Full audit log.

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