update_object_record · GoHighLevel MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What update_object_record does on GoHighLevel MCP Server

AI agents use update_object_record to create or update resources in GoHighLevel MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your GoHighLevel MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why update_object_record needs a policy

This tool modifies existing records but does not delete or permanently destroy data, placing it in Write rather than Destructive. The blast radius is medium because updates to CRM records could affect business operations, customer communications, or opportunity pipelines, but changes are typically reversible through subsequent updates or system backups.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Update an existing record in a custom or standard object'. The verb 'update' indicates modification of existing data.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

update_object_record Rate-limited

update_object_record stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "update_object_record": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "update_object_record_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches GoHighLevel MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about update_object_record

What does the update_object_record tool do? +

Update an existing record in a custom or standard object. It is categorised as a Write tool in the GoHighLevel MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on update_object_record? +

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

What risk level is update_object_record? +

update_object_record is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit update_object_record? +

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

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

update_object_record is provided by the GoHighLevel MCP Server MCP server (keshigami/ghl-mcp-workiong). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.