manage_aws_athena_named_queries · Awslabs Valkey MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What manage_aws_athena_named_queries does on Awslabs Valkey

AI agents use manage_aws_athena_named_queries to create or update resources in Awslabs Valkey — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Awslabs Valkey environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why manage_aws_athena_named_queries needs a policy

Named query management typically involves creating, updating, or deleting saved query definitions in AWS Athena—reversible data modifications. Without a detailed description, this is classified as Write rather than Execute (which would apply if it ran arbitrary queries) or Destructive (which would apply if deletion is the primary function).

From the tool's definition Tool name 'manage_aws_athena_named_queries' indicates management/modification of AWS Athena named queries. The verb 'manage' suggests write capability to create, update, or delete named query definitions. No description provided to confirm specific operations.

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Verdict

manage_aws_athena_named_queries Rate-limited

manage_aws_athena_named_queries stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "manage_aws_athena_named_queries": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "manage_aws_athena_named_queries_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about manage_aws_athena_named_queries

What does the manage_aws_athena_named_queries tool do? +

manage_aws_athena_named_queries. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Awslabs Valkey MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on manage_aws_athena_named_queries? +

Register the Awslabs Valkey MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for manage_aws_athena_named_queries: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Awslabs Valkey. Nothing to install.

What risk level is manage_aws_athena_named_queries? +

manage_aws_athena_named_queries is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit manage_aws_athena_named_queries? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the manage_aws_athena_named_queries rule in your PolicyLayer 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 manage_aws_athena_named_queries completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for manage_aws_athena_named_queries. 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 manage_aws_athena_named_queries? +

manage_aws_athena_named_queries is provided by the Awslabs Valkey MCP server (awslabs.valkey-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.