protect_get_recording_status

A read tool on the UniFi Access MCP server.

SERVERUniFi Access MCP SOURCEpypi:unifi-protect-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/io-github-sirkirby-unifi-access-mcp/protect-get-recording-status.md

What protect_get_recording_status does on UniFi Access MCP

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

Why protect_get_recording_status is rated Low

The tool name follows the 'get_*' pattern typical of read operations that retrieve or query data without side effects. Although the description is empty (lowering confidence slightly), the naming convention and context of a UniFi Access system suggest this fetches the current state of recordings. No evidence of modification, deletion, execution, or financial impact.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'protect_get_recording_status' indicates a status query operation. The 'get_' prefix is characteristic of read-only retrieval. No description provided, but naming convention strongly suggests querying recording status without modification.

Questions about protect_get_recording_status

What does the protect_get_recording_status tool do? +

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

How do I enforce a policy on protect_get_recording_status? +

Register the UniFi Access MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for protect_get_recording_status: 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 UniFi Access MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is protect_get_recording_status? +

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

Can I rate-limit protect_get_recording_status? +

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

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

protect_get_recording_status is provided by the UniFi Access MCP server (pypi:unifi-protect-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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