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list_show_commands

A read tool on the Hpe Networking MCP server.

SERVERHpe Networking SOURCEsecure-ssid/hpe-networking-mcp
Low RISK CLASS
Category Read
Parameters 00 required
Recommended Allowedsee the rule below
Registry record Grade F, identity unverified Pull the record →

This record as markdown: /tools/hpe-networking-mcp/list-show-commands.md

What list_show_commands does on Hpe Networking

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

Why list_show_commands is rated Low

Based on naming convention, this tool appears to retrieve or enumerate available show commands from the HPE Aruba Central API without making changes to the network. The 'list' and 'show' pattern is standard for read-only operations. The empty description reduces confidence slightly, but the verb choice strongly suggests query/retrieval semantics consistent with the monitoring domain described for the server.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'list_show_commands' uses 'list' and 'show' verbs, both indicating data retrieval with no modification. However, description is empty, which limits certainty about actual behavior.

Questions about list_show_commands

What does the list_show_commands tool do? +

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

How do I enforce a policy on list_show_commands? +

Register the Hpe Networking MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for list_show_commands: 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 Hpe Networking. Nothing to install.

What risk level is list_show_commands? +

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

Can I rate-limit list_show_commands? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the list_show_commands 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_show_commands completely? +

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

list_show_commands is provided by the Hpe Networking MCP server (secure-ssid/hpe-networking-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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