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delete_dataverse_column

ServerDataverse MCP Server
CategoryDestructive

How to control delete_dataverse_column ↓

WHAT IT DOES

What delete_dataverse_column does on Dataverse MCP Server

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

THE RISK

Critical Risk

Why delete_dataverse_column needs a policy

This tool irreversibly deletes data and schema elements. Even though it targets schema (columns) rather than individual records, the permanent removal of an entire column and all associated data makes this a Destructive action. The explicit warning about inability to undo and data loss confirms this is the most severe applicable category.

From the tool's definition Tool description explicitly states 'Permanently deletes a column from a Dataverse table' and 'This action cannot be undone and will remove all data stored in this column.' The use of 'delete' combined with 'cannot be undone' and warning language clearly…

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

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

POLICY

How to control delete_dataverse_column

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

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "hide": [
    "delete_dataverse_column"
  ]
}

delete_dataverse_column disappears from the agent's tool list entirely, and any attempt to call it is denied. The rest of the server keeps working.

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EXPLORE

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FAQ

Questions about delete_dataverse_column

What does the delete_dataverse_column tool do? +

Permanently deletes a column from a Dataverse table. WARNING: This action cannot be undone and will remove all data stored in this column. Use with extreme caution and only for columns that are no longer needed. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Dataverse MCP Server 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 delete_dataverse_column? +

Register the Dataverse MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for delete_dataverse_column: 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 Dataverse MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is delete_dataverse_column? +

delete_dataverse_column 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 delete_dataverse_column? +

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

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

delete_dataverse_column is provided by the Dataverse MCP Server MCP server (mwhesse/dataverse-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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