search_cdk_samples_and_constructs

A read tool on the AWS MCP server.

SERVERAWS SOURCE@awslabs/mcp

Low RISK CLASS

Category Read

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Allowedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What search_cdk_samples_and_constructs does on AWS

AI agents call search_cdk_samples_and_constructs to retrieve information from AWS without modifying anything. It is typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

RISK

Why search_cdk_samples_and_constructs is rated Low

Search operations retrieve and query data without modifying, creating, or executing anything. While the description is empty (lowering confidence slightly), the tool name strongly suggests a read-only query against CDK documentation or sample repositories. The context of sibling tools (which include policy attachments and user management) and the 'search' verb pattern makes a Read classification appropriate.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'search_cdk_samples_and_constructs' indicates a search operation. The verb 'search' is a retrieval action with no side effects. No description provided, but AWS CDK samples and constructs are informational resources.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs search_cdk_samples_and_constructs safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and AWS, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For search_cdk_samples_and_constructs, this is the rule to start with:

search_cdk_samples_and_constructs Allowed

search_cdk_samples_and_constructs is read-only, so it stays allowed. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "search_cdk_samples_and_constructs": {}
  }
}

ALLOW ONLY THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect AWS, apply this rule, and every search_cdk_samples_and_constructs call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about search_cdk_samples_and_constructs

What does the search_cdk_samples_and_constructs tool do? +

search_cdk_samples_and_constructs is a read tool on the AWS MCP server. It is categorised as a Read tool in the AWS MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on search_cdk_samples_and_constructs? +

Register the AWS MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for search_cdk_samples_and_constructs: 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. Nothing to install.

What risk level is search_cdk_samples_and_constructs? +

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

Can I rate-limit search_cdk_samples_and_constructs? +

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

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

search_cdk_samples_and_constructs is provided by the AWS MCP server (@awslabs/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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