n8n_executions

Manage workflow executions: get details, list, or delete. Use action=

Server n8n-MCP mutahar456/n8n-mcp
Category Destructive
Risk class Critical
Parameters 00 required

What n8n_executions does on n8n-MCP

AI agents call n8n_executions to permanently remove resources in n8n-MCP — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.

Why n8n_executions needs a policy

Because this tool spans Read (get details, list) and Destructive (delete) actions, the most severe applicable category is Destructive. Deleting execution records is irreversible and could eliminate audit trails or operational history. Severity is high given the blast radius of permanently removing execution data across potentially many workflows.

From the tool's definition 'Manage workflow executions: get details, list, or delete' — the tool explicitly supports delete operations on workflow executions

Questions about n8n_executions

What does the n8n_executions tool do? +

Manage workflow executions: get details, list, or delete. Use action=. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the n8n-MCP MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on n8n_executions? +

Register the n8n- MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for n8n_executions: 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 n8n-MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is n8n_executions? +

n8n_executions is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit n8n_executions? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the n8n_executions 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 n8n_executions completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for n8n_executions. 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 n8n_executions? +

n8n_executions is provided by the n8n- MCP server (mutahar456/n8n-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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