oci_iam_list_compartments

// WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents call oci_iam_list_compartments to retrieve information from Oracle Cloud 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 OCI_IAM_LIST_COMPARTMENTS

Even though oci_iam_list_compartments 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-expertvagabond-oracle-cloud.yaml

tools:
  oci_iam_list_compartments:
    rules:
      - action: allow

See the full Oracle Cloud policy for all 23 tools.

// DETAILS

Tool Name oci_iam_list_compartments

Category Read

MCP Server Oracle Cloud MCP Server

Risk Level Low

// MORE ORACLE CLOUD TOOLS

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View all 23 tools →

// WHAT CAN GO WRONG

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

Browse the full MCP Attack Database →

// OTHER READ TOOLS ACROSS MCP SERVERS

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

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// RELATED READING

// FAQ

What does the oci_iam_list_compartments tool do? +

List compartments in the tenancy hierarchy. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Oracle Cloud MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on oci_iam_list_compartments? +

Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for oci_iam_list_compartments. 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_iam_list_compartments? +

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

Can I rate-limit oci_iam_list_compartments? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the oci_iam_list_compartments 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_iam_list_compartments completely? +

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

oci_iam_list_compartments 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.

Enforce policies on Oracle Cloud