list_insert_before · AWS IoT SiteWise MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What list_insert_before does on AWS IoT SiteWise MCP Server

AI agents use list_insert_before 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.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why list_insert_before needs a policy

The tool inserts a value into a list, which is a write/modification operation on existing data. It is reversible (the insertion can be undone by removing the value). The tool name and description suggest a list data structure manipulation.

From the tool's definition 'Insert value before pivot in list' — creates/modifies a list by inserting a new value

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

list_insert_before Rate-limited

list_insert_before 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": {
    "list_insert_before": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "list_insert_before_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about list_insert_before

What does the list_insert_before tool do? +

Insert value before pivot in list. 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.

How do I enforce a policy on list_insert_before? +

Register the AWS IoT SiteWise MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for list_insert_before: 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.

What risk level is list_insert_before? +

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

Can I rate-limit list_insert_before? +

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

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

list_insert_before 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.