scan_patch_compliance_findings

Run Patch Compliance Findings security scanner only. Read-only. Does not modify any AWS resources.

Part of the Aws Security MCP server. Enforce policies on this tool with Intercept, the open-source MCP proxy.

// WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents call scan_patch_compliance_findings to retrieve information from Aws Security 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.

// WHY ENFORCE A POLICY ON SCAN_PATCH_COMPLIANCE_FINDINGS

Even though scan_patch_compliance_findings 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.

// RECOMMENDED POLICY

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

aws-security.yaml

tools:
  scan_patch_compliance_findings:
    rules:
      - action: allow

See the full Aws Security policy for all 33 tools.

// DETAILS

Tool Name scan_patch_compliance_findings

Category Read

MCP Server Aws Security MCP Server

Risk Level Low

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// WHAT CAN GO WRONG

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

Browse the full MCP Attack Database →

// OTHER READ TOOLS ACROSS MCP SERVERS

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

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// RELATED READING

// FAQ

What does the scan_patch_compliance_findings tool do? +

Run Patch Compliance Findings security scanner only. Read-only. Does not modify any AWS resources.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Aws Security MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on scan_patch_compliance_findings? +

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

What risk level is scan_patch_compliance_findings? +

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

Can I rate-limit scan_patch_compliance_findings? +

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

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for scan_patch_compliance_findings. 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 scan_patch_compliance_findings? +

scan_patch_compliance_findings is provided by the Aws Security MCP server (aws-security-mcp). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

scan_patch_compliance_findings

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