Medium Risk

PostgreSQL_create_schema

Create a new database schema.

How to control PostgreSQL_create_schema ↓

What PostgreSQL_create_schema does on Postgres

AI agents use PostgreSQL_create_schema to create or update resources in Postgres — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Postgres environment.

Medium Risk

Why PostgreSQL_create_schema needs a policy

Creating a schema modifies the database structure but is reversible via DROP SCHEMA, making it a Write operation rather than Destructive. The blast radius is medium because incorrect schema creation could interfere with application functionality and require cleanup, but the change is not irreversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'create' and description states 'Create a new database schema', indicating reversible data structure creation.

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

How to control PostgreSQL_create_schema

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

policy.json
{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "PostgreSQL_create_schema": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "postgresql_create_schema_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

PostgreSQL_create_schema 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.

  1. Create a free account and register Postgres — nothing to install.
  2. Add this policy — paste it, or build it visually.
  3. Point your MCP client (Claude, Cursor, anything) at your gateway URL.
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Questions about PostgreSQL_create_schema

What does the PostgreSQL_create_schema tool do? +

Create a new database schema. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Postgres MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on PostgreSQL_create_schema? +

Register the Postgres MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for PostgreSQL_create_schema: 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 Postgres. Nothing to install.

What risk level is PostgreSQL_create_schema? +

PostgreSQL_create_schema is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit PostgreSQL_create_schema? +

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

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

PostgreSQL_create_schema is provided by the Postgres MCP server (mukul975/postgres-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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