unifi_get_device_stats

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/unifi-get-device-stats.md

What unifi_get_device_stats does on UniFi Access MCP

AI agents call unifi_get_device_stats 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 unifi_get_device_stats is rated Low

The 'get' prefix and 'stats' suffix strongly indicate a query/retrieval operation with no side effects. While the empty description reduces confidence slightly, the consistent naming convention across the server's Read tools and the absence of action verbs (create, delete, execute) support classification as Read.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'get' and 'stats', indicating data retrieval. Description is empty, but naming pattern and context within UniFi Access MCP (which manages doors, credentials, and events) suggests this retrieves device statistics without modification.

Questions about unifi_get_device_stats

What does the unifi_get_device_stats tool do? +

unifi_get_device_stats 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 unifi_get_device_stats? +

Register the UniFi Access MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for unifi_get_device_stats: 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 unifi_get_device_stats? +

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

Can I rate-limit unifi_get_device_stats? +

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

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

unifi_get_device_stats 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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