provider-get-item-by-uri

Gets a Sitecore item by its URI.

Accepts file system path (path); Accepts URL/endpoint input (uri)

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

@antonytm/mcp-sitecore-server Read Risk 2/5

// WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents call provider-get-item-by-uri to retrieve information from Mcp Sitecore 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 PROVIDER-GET-ITEM-BY-URI

Even though provider-get-item-by-uri 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.

io-github-antonytm-mcp-sitecore-server.yaml

tools:
  provider-get-item-by-uri:
    rules:
      - action: allow

See the full Mcp Sitecore policy for all 153 tools.

// DETAILS

Tool Name provider-get-item-by-uri

Category Read

MCP Server Mcp Sitecore MCP Server

Risk Level Low

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// RELATED READING

// FAQ

What does the provider-get-item-by-uri tool do? +

Gets a Sitecore item by its URI.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Mcp Sitecore MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on provider-get-item-by-uri? +

Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for provider-get-item-by-uri. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the Mcp Sitecore MCP server.

What risk level is provider-get-item-by-uri? +

provider-get-item-by-uri is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit provider-get-item-by-uri? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the provider-get-item-by-uri 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 provider-get-item-by-uri completely? +

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for provider-get-item-by-uri. 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 provider-get-item-by-uri? +

provider-get-item-by-uri is provided by the Mcp Sitecore MCP server (@antonytm/mcp-sitecore-server). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

provider-get-item-by-uri

Enforce policies on Mcp Sitecore