list_queries

List all queries in Redash

Server Redash MCP Server jasonsmithj/redash-mcp
Category Read
Risk class Low
Parameters 00 required

What list_queries does on Redash MCP Server

AI agents call list_queries to retrieve information from Redash MCP Server without modifying anything — typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

Why list_queries needs a policy

This tool retrieves or queries metadata about existing queries without modifying, deleting, or executing them. It is a straightforward listing/enumeration operation that fits the Read category. The blast radius is low as it only exposes information about available queries without triggering execution or data modification.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'list_queries' and description 'List all queries in Redash' indicate a retrieval operation with no side effects.

Questions about list_queries

What does the list_queries tool do? +

List all queries in Redash. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Redash MCP Server MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on list_queries? +

Register the Redash MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for list_queries: 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 Redash MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is list_queries? +

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

Can I rate-limit list_queries? +

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

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

list_queries is provided by the Redash MCP Server MCP server (jasonsmithj/redash-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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