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run_diagnostics

Runs a fast health check of all LMCP integrations on this machine. Tests Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, Slack connectivity.

Part of the Local server.

run_diagnostics can trigger actions in Local, with no limits today. PolicyLayer puts allow, deny, and rate-limit rules on every call. Live in minutes.

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AI agents invoke run_diagnostics to trigger processes or run actions in Local. Execute operations can have side effects beyond the immediate call -- triggering builds, sending notifications, or starting workflows. Rate limits and argument validation are essential to prevent runaway execution.

run_diagnostics can trigger processes with real-world consequences. An uncontrolled agent might start dozens of builds, send mass notifications, or kick off expensive compute jobs. PolicyLayer enforces rate limits and validates arguments to keep execution within safe bounds.

Execute tools trigger processes. Rate-limit and validate arguments to prevent unintended side effects.

policy.json
{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "run_diagnostics": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "run_diagnostics_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access run_diagnostics gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:

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Every attack above starts with a tool call. PolicyLayer checks each one against your policy first, so run_diagnostics only ever does what you allow.

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Other execute tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: rate-limit and validate the arguments.

What does the run_diagnostics tool do? +

Runs a fast health check of all LMCP integrations on this machine. Tests Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, Slack connectivity.. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Local MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on run_diagnostics? +

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

What risk level is run_diagnostics? +

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

Can I rate-limit run_diagnostics? +

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

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

run_diagnostics is provided by the Local MCP server (local-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

Enforce policy on every Local tool call.

Deterministic rules across all 108 Local tools. Per-identity grants. Full audit log. Live in minutes. Nothing to install.

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