unifi_list_dns_records

List all static DNS records configured on the controller.

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-list-dns-records.md

What unifi_list_dns_records does on UniFi Access MCP

AI agents call unifi_list_dns_records 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_list_dns_records is rated Low

This tool retrieves or queries DNS records with no side effects. It falls squarely into the Read category. The blast radius is minimal—an AI agent listing DNS records cannot cause damage, only gain visibility into network DNS configuration. Low severity is appropriate for information disclosure of infrastructure settings that are typically non-sensitive or discoverable through other means.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'list_dns_records' and description 'List all static DNS records configured on the controller' indicate a read-only query operation that retrieves existing DNS configuration data without modification or execution.

Questions about unifi_list_dns_records

What does the unifi_list_dns_records tool do? +

List all static DNS records configured on the controller. 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_list_dns_records? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit unifi_list_dns_records? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the unifi_list_dns_records 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_list_dns_records completely? +

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

unifi_list_dns_records 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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