list_security_profile_groups

A read tool on the Fortimanager MCP server.

SERVERFortimanager SOURCEjmpijll/fortimanager-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/jmpijll-fortimanager-mcp/list-security-profile-groups.md

What list_security_profile_groups does on Fortimanager

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

Why list_security_profile_groups is rated Low

The naming convention (list_*) strongly suggests a read-only retrieval operation. No description is provided, which lowers confidence slightly, but the semantic meaning of 'list' in API design universally denotes non-destructive data retrieval. The context of FortiManager (a network security management platform) indicates this queries existing security configurations rather than executing commands or making changes.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'list_security_profile_groups' indicates a listing/query operation that retrieves security profile group information without modifying anything.

Questions about list_security_profile_groups

What does the list_security_profile_groups tool do? +

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

How do I enforce a policy on list_security_profile_groups? +

Register the Fortimanager MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for list_security_profile_groups: 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 Fortimanager. Nothing to install.

What risk level is list_security_profile_groups? +

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

Can I rate-limit list_security_profile_groups? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the list_security_profile_groups 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_security_profile_groups completely? +

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

list_security_profile_groups is provided by the Fortimanager MCP server (jmpijll/fortimanager-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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