trigger_batch_translation

THE RISK

High Risk

Why trigger_batch_translation needs a policy

Triggering batch operations typically initiates external processes whose effects depend on configuration and data scope. This is Execute-class (runs operations/jobs) rather than Read (no retrieval), Write (not creating/modifying specific data), or Destructive (not explicitly deleting). Severity is high because batch jobs can consume resources, fail unpredictably, or process large datasets.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'trigger_batch_translation' indicates launching/triggering an automated operation. Server context (Amazon Redshift MCP) and sibling tools (analyze_batch_translation_errors, aggregate) suggest data processing workflows.

Documented attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access trigger_batch_translation gives an agent:

POLICY

How to control trigger_batch_translation

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway — it sits between your AI agents and Amazon Redshift MCP Server, and nothing reaches the server without passing your rules. This is the rule we recommend for trigger_batch_translation:

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "trigger_batch_translation": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "trigger_batch_translation_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

trigger_batch_translation stays usable, but rate-capped — a runaway agent can't fire it dozens of times a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

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FAQ

Questions about trigger_batch_translation

What does the trigger_batch_translation tool do? +

trigger_batch_translation. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Amazon Redshift MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on trigger_batch_translation? +

Register the Amazon Redshift MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for trigger_batch_translation: 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 Amazon Redshift MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is trigger_batch_translation? +

trigger_batch_translation is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit trigger_batch_translation? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the trigger_batch_translation 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 trigger_batch_translation completely? +

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

trigger_batch_translation is provided by the Amazon Redshift MCP Server MCP server (awslabs.redshift-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

Enforce policy on every Amazon Redshift MCP Server tool call.

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