oci_adb_start

// WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents invoke oci_adb_start to trigger processes or run actions in Oracle Cloud. 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.

// WHY ENFORCE A POLICY ON OCI_ADB_START

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

// RECOMMENDED POLICY

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

io-github-expertvagabond-oracle-cloud.yaml

tools:
  oci_adb_start:
    rules:
      - action: allow
        rate_limit:
          max: 10
          window: 60
        validate:
          required_args: true

See the full Oracle Cloud policy for all 23 tools.

// DETAILS

Tool Name oci_adb_start

Category Execute

MCP Server Oracle Cloud MCP Server

Risk Level High

// MORE ORACLE CLOUD TOOLS

Destructive oci_compute_instance_action Destructive oci_os_delete_bucket Execute oci_adb_stop Write oci_os_create_bucket Write oci_vcn_create Read oci_adb_get Read oci_adb_list Read oci_bv_list_boot_volumes

View all 23 tools →

// WHAT CAN GO WRONG

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

Browse the full MCP Attack Database →

// OTHER EXECUTE TOOLS ACROSS MCP SERVERS

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

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// IN CONTEXT OF HIGH RISK

oci_adb_start is one of the high-risk operations in Oracle Cloud. For the full severity-focused view — only the high-risk tools with their recommended policies — see the breakdown for this server, or browse all high-risk tools across every MCP server.

// RELATED READING

// FAQ

What does the oci_adb_start tool do? +

Start a stopped Autonomous Database. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Oracle Cloud MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on oci_adb_start? +

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

What risk level is oci_adb_start? +

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

Can I rate-limit oci_adb_start? +

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

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

oci_adb_start is provided by the Oracle Cloud MCP server (oracle-cloud-mcp). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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