Multiply the number at path by value.
AI agents use json_nummultby to create or update resources in AWS IoT SiteWise MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your AWS IoT SiteWise MCP Server environment.
This tool modifies existing numeric data by multiplying it by a given value, which is a reversible write operation. However, the description is minimal and the tool name suggests JSON manipulation (likely Redis JSON or similar), implying it updates stored data in-place. It does not delete data, execute code, or involve financial transactions.
From the tool's definition Multiply the number at path by value
Attacks that exploit this kind of access
Multiply the number at path by value. It is categorised as a Write tool in the AWS IoT SiteWise MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.
Register the AWS IoT SiteWise MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for json_nummultby: 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 AWS IoT SiteWise MCP Server. Nothing to install.
json_nummultby is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.
Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the json_nummultby 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.
Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for json_nummultby. 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.
json_nummultby is provided by the AWS IoT SiteWise MCP Server MCP server (awslabs.aws-iot-sitewise-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.