postgres-batch-insert-data · Mcp Gmail MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What postgres-batch-insert-data does on Mcp Gmail

AI agents use postgres-batch-insert-data to create or update resources in Mcp Gmail — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Mcp Gmail environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why postgres-batch-insert-data needs a policy

Batch insertion creates or modifies data reversibly in a database, fitting the Write category. Severity is high because batch operations can affect multiple records at once, creating substantial blast radius if an AI agent misuses the tool with incorrect or malicious data.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'postgres-batch-insert-data' indicates batch insertion of data into a PostgreSQL database. Despite empty description and unusual placement on a Gmail MCP server (inconsistent with sibling tools like add_issue_comment, create_pull_request), the tool…

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

postgres-batch-insert-data Rate-limited

postgres-batch-insert-data 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": {
    "postgres-batch-insert-data": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "postgres-batch-insert-data_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about postgres-batch-insert-data

What does the postgres-batch-insert-data tool do? +

postgres-batch-insert-data. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Mcp Gmail MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on postgres-batch-insert-data? +

Register the Mcp Gmail MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for postgres-batch-insert-data: 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 Mcp Gmail. Nothing to install.

What risk level is postgres-batch-insert-data? +

postgres-batch-insert-data is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit postgres-batch-insert-data? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the postgres-batch-insert-data 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 postgres-batch-insert-data completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for postgres-batch-insert-data. 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 postgres-batch-insert-data? +

postgres-batch-insert-data is provided by the Mcp Gmail MCP server (@monsoft/mcp-gmail). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.