network_scap_report

network_scap_report

Server Network Scanner MCP marc-shade/network-scanner-mcp
Category Read
Risk class Low
Parameters 00 required

What network_scap_report does on Network Scanner MCP

AI agents call network_scap_report to retrieve information from Network Scanner MCP without modifying anything — typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

Why network_scap_report needs a policy

SCAP reports are typically generated outputs that collect and present network/system security data without modifying infrastructure. However, confidence is moderate (0.72) because the tool description is empty and the exact function is inferred.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'network_scap_report' suggests generation of SCAP (Security Content Automation Protocol) reports, which are read-only security assessment documents.

Questions about network_scap_report

What does the network_scap_report tool do? +

network_scap_report. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Network Scanner MCP MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on network_scap_report? +

Register the Network Scanner MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for network_scap_report: 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 Network Scanner MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is network_scap_report? +

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

Can I rate-limit network_scap_report? +

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

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

network_scap_report is provided by the Network Scanner MCP server (marc-shade/network-scanner-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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