Low Risk

slack_get_users

Get a list of all users in the workspace with their basic profile information

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Part of the Slack User MCP Server server.

slack_get_users is read-only, but an agent in a loop can still rack up calls and cost. PolicyLayer caps every call before it runs. Live in minutes.

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AI agents call slack_get_users to retrieve information from Slack User MCP Server without modifying any data. This is common in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows where the agent needs context before taking action. Because read operations don't change state, they are generally safe to allow without restrictions -- but you may still want rate limits to control API costs.

Even though slack_get_users only reads data, uncontrolled read access can leak sensitive information or rack up API costs. An agent caught in a retry loop could make thousands of calls per minute. A rate limit gives you a safety net without blocking legitimate use.

Read-only tools are safe to allow by default. No rate limit needed unless you want to control costs.

policy.json
{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "slack_get_users": {}
  }
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access slack_get_users gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:

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Every attack above starts with a tool call. PolicyLayer checks each one against your policy first, so slack_get_users only ever does what you allow.

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Other read tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: allow, with a rate cap to control cost.

What does the slack_get_users tool do? +

Get a list of all users in the workspace with their basic profile information. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Slack User MCP Server MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on slack_get_users? +

Register the Slack User MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for slack_get_users: 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 Slack User MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is slack_get_users? +

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

Can I rate-limit slack_get_users? +

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

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

slack_get_users is provided by the Slack User MCP Server MCP server (lars-hagen/slack-user-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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