// MCP TOOL REFERENCE

runLocalFalconScan

ServerLocal Falcon MCP Server
CategoryExecute

WHAT IT DOES

What runLocalFalconScan does on Local Falcon MCP Server

AI agents invoke runLocalFalconScan to trigger actions in Local Falcon MCP Server. What it does depends on the arguments the agent supplies, and its effects often reach beyond the immediate call — builds kicked off, notifications sent, workflows started.

THE RISK

High Risk

Why runLocalFalconScan needs a policy

While the tool retrieves SEO data like other sibling tools, runLocalFalconScan is distinct because it EXECUTES an operation that consumes paid credits and produces time-dependent side effects. This is not a passive read (like getLocalFalconCompetitorReport) but an active scan trigger. The resource cost and external operation initiation place it in Execute rather than Read.

From the tool's definition Tool description explicitly states 'COSTS CREDITS' and 'Runs a new ranking scan' with specific parameters (Place ID, keyword, coordinates, grid size, radius, platform).

Documented attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access runLocalFalconScan gives an agent:

POLICY

How to control runLocalFalconScan

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway — it sits between your AI agents and Local Falcon MCP Server, and nothing reaches the server without passing your rules. This is the rule we recommend for runLocalFalconScan:

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "runLocalFalconScan": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "runlocalfalconscan_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

runLocalFalconScan stays usable, but rate-capped — a runaway agent can't fire it dozens of times a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

Create a free account and register Local Falcon MCP Server — nothing to install.
Add this policy — paste it, or build it visually.
Point your MCP client (Claude, Cursor, anything) at your gateway URL.

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EXPLORE

Related tools and policies

More Local Falcon MCP Server tools

Financial reactivateLocalFalconCampaign Reactivates a campaign that was deactivated due to insufficient credits. Use listLocalFalc Destructive removeFalconGuardProtection Removes protection for one or multiple locations from Falcon Guard entirely. This deletes Execute runLocalFalconCampaign Manually triggers a campaign to run immediately. COSTS CREDITS — the total credits require Write pauseFalconGuardProtection Pauses protection for one or multiple locations in Falcon Guard. You must provide either g Write pauseLocalFalconCampaign Pauses a campaign to stop it from running on its scheduled frequency. Use listLocalFalconC Write addLocationsToFalconGuard Adds one or multiple locations to be protected by Falcon Guard. Each business location mus Write createLocalFalconCampaign Creates a new campaign in Local Falcon. Campaigns allow you to schedule recurring scans fo Write resumeFalconGuardProtection Resumes protection for one or multiple locations in Falcon Guard that were previously paus

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Go deeper

High-risk tools in Local Falcon MCP Server → Every high-risk tool this server exposes, in one view.
All high-risk MCP tools → Every high-risk tool across the catalogue, and the policy pattern that contains them.
The MCP Attack Database → Documented attack patterns against MCP deployments — and the policies that stop them.
Agent sandbox → Bounding what an agent can execute and where the boundary should sit.
Least privilege for MCP → Granting agents the minimum tool surface the task needs.
Rate Limiting MCP Tool Calls: A Practical Guide →
MCP Security: Why Prompt Guardrails Aren't Enough →

FAQ

Questions about runLocalFalconScan

What does the runLocalFalconScan tool do? +

Runs a new ranking scan for a business. COSTS CREDITS — always confirm with the user before running. Requires: Place ID (business must be saved first), keyword, center coordinates (lat/lng), grid size, radius, measurement unit, and platform. Available platforms: google (Maps), apple (Apple Maps), gaio (Google AI Overviews), chatgpt (ChatGPT), gemini (Gemini), grok (Grok), aimode (Google AI Mode). Enable aiAnalysis for AI-generated insights on the results (Google Maps only). Grid size and radius should match the business type and service area. IMPORTANT: Scans take 30 seconds to several minutes to complete depending on grid size and queue load. If the response says. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Local Falcon MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on runLocalFalconScan? +

Register the Local Falcon MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for runLocalFalconScan: 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 Local Falcon MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is runLocalFalconScan? +

runLocalFalconScan is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit runLocalFalconScan? +

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

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

runLocalFalconScan is provided by the Local Falcon MCP Server MCP server (local-falcon/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.