// MCP TOOL REFERENCE

DOCKER MCP SERVER TOOLS

9 tools from the Docker MCP Server MCP Server, categorised by risk level.

// ALL 9 DOCKER MCP SERVER TOOLS

READ 5 tools

Read check_process Check the status of a background process by its ID Read file_glob Find files by glob pattern (e.g., Read file_grep Search for regex patterns in files within ${WORKSPACE}. Read file_ls List files and directories. Use paths relative to ${WORKSPACE}. Read file_read Read a file

WRITE 2 tools

Write file_edit Replace text in a file using exact string matching. Use paths relative to ${WORKSPACE}. Read the file first... Write file_write Create or overwrite a file. Use paths relative to ${WORKSPACE}. Read the file first before writing.

EXECUTE 2 tools

Execute execute_command Execute a shell command. Working directory: ${WORKSPACE} Execute send_input Send input to a running background process

// FAQ

How many tools does the Docker MCP Server MCP server have? +

The Docker MCP Server MCP server exposes 9 tools across 3 categories: Read, Write, Execute.

How do I enforce policies on Docker MCP Server tools? +

Route the Docker MCP Server server through the PolicyLayer gateway. Define allow, deny, or approval rules per tool in the dashboard; they are enforced on every call before it reaches the server.

What risk categories do Docker MCP Server tools fall into? +

Docker MCP Server tools are categorised as Read (5), Write (2), Execute (2). Each category has a recommended default policy.

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