crow_search_memories

Search persistent memory using full-text search (and semantic search when available). Returns memories ranked by relevance; if no memory contains every query word, automatically broadens to memories containing any query word before reporting no results. Use this to recall information from previou...

SERVERCrow SOURCEkh0pper/crow
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/kh0pper-crow/crow-search-memories.md

What crow_search_memories does on Crow

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

Why crow_search_memories is rated Low

Even though crow_search_memories only reads data, uncontrolled read access leaks sensitive information and racks up API costs: an agent caught in a retry loop can make thousands of calls a minute without anyone noticing.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Questions about crow_search_memories

What does the crow_search_memories tool do? +

Search persistent memory using full-text search (and semantic search when available). Returns memories ranked by relevance; if no memory contains every query word, automatically broadens to memories containing any query word before reporting no results. Use this to recall information from previous sessions. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Crow MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on crow_search_memories? +

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

What risk level is crow_search_memories? +

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

Can I rate-limit crow_search_memories? +

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

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

crow_search_memories is provided by the Crow MCP server (kh0pper/crow). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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