birst_list_connections

List data connections in a Birst space. Returns both space-level and shared connections.

Server Infor Birst MCP Server mikahdev/infor-birst-mcp
Category Read
Risk class Low
Parameters 00 required

What birst_list_connections does on Infor Birst MCP Server

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

Why birst_list_connections needs a policy

This tool queries and retrieves information about data connections without modifying, deleting, or executing any operations. It is a straightforward read operation that enumerates existing connections. The blast radius is minimal—listing connections reveals data architecture information but does not alter system state or trigger external operations.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'list' and description explicitly states 'List data connections' with return values only (no modification, deletion, or execution implied).

Questions about birst_list_connections

What does the birst_list_connections tool do? +

List data connections in a Birst space. Returns both space-level and shared connections. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Infor Birst MCP Server MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on birst_list_connections? +

Register the Infor Birst MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for birst_list_connections: 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 Infor Birst MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is birst_list_connections? +

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

Can I rate-limit birst_list_connections? +

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

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

birst_list_connections is provided by the Infor Birst MCP Server MCP server (mikahdev/infor-birst-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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