get_logs

Get logs from a pod

SERVERNcp SOURCE@portel/ncp
Low RISK CLASS
Category Read
Parameters 00 required
Recommended Allowedsee the rule below
Registry record Grade F, identity unverified Pull the record →

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What get_logs does on Ncp

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

Why get_logs is rated Low

This tool retrieves log information from a pod without causing side effects, modification of data, or execution of arbitrary code. It is a read-only operation that queries existing log data. The severity is low as log access itself poses minimal risk unless logs contain highly sensitive information, but the action itself is non-destructive and non-executable.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'get_logs' and description 'Get logs from a pod' indicate retrieval of existing log data with no modification or execution of operations.

Questions about get_logs

What does the get_logs tool do? +

Get logs from a pod. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Ncp MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on get_logs? +

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

What risk level is get_logs? +

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

Can I rate-limit get_logs? +

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

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

get_logs is provided by the Ncp MCP server (@portel/ncp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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