unifi_lookup_by_ip

Quick IP-to-client lookup. Returns essential fields (hostname, name, mac, is_online, last_seen) to minimize token usage.

SERVERUniFi Access MCP SOURCEpypi:unifi-protect-mcp

Low RISK CLASS

Category Read

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Allowedsee the rule below

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This record as markdown: /tools/io-github-sirkirby-unifi-access-mcp/unifi-lookup-by-ip.md

WHAT IT DOES

What unifi_lookup_by_ip does on UniFi Access MCP

AI agents call unifi_lookup_by_ip 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.

RISK

Why unifi_lookup_by_ip is rated Low

This tool performs a simple IP-to-client lookup that retrieves network client information. It has no side effects, does not modify data, does not execute code or commands, and does not delete or move resources.

From the tool's definition Tool description states it 'Returns essential fields (hostname, name, mac, is_online, last_seen)' — a lookup operation that retrieves and queries data without modifying, deleting, or executing actions.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs unifi_lookup_by_ip safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and UniFi Access MCP, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For unifi_lookup_by_ip, this is the rule to start with:

unifi_lookup_by_ip Allowed

unifi_lookup_by_ip is read-only, so it stays allowed. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "unifi_lookup_by_ip": {}
  }
}

ALLOW ONLY THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect UniFi Access MCP, apply this rule, and every unifi_lookup_by_ip call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about unifi_lookup_by_ip

What does the unifi_lookup_by_ip tool do? +

Quick IP-to-client lookup. Returns essential fields (hostname, name, mac, is_online, last_seen) to minimize token usage. 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_lookup_by_ip? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit unifi_lookup_by_ip? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the unifi_lookup_by_ip 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_lookup_by_ip completely? +

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

unifi_lookup_by_ip 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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