ldap_add · Mcp Database MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What ldap_add does on Mcp Database

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why ldap_add needs a policy

This tool creates new entries in LDAP directories, which are critical infrastructure for identity and access management. While reversible (entries can be deleted), adding LDAP entries modifies authentication systems and could grant unauthorized access or disrupt directory integrity. The blast radius is high because malicious LDAP entries could affect authentication across many systems.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'ldap_add' and description 'Add a new LDAP entry' indicate creation of new directory entries in LDAP systems, which are typically used for authentication and authorization management.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

ldap_add Rate-limited

ldap_add 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": {
    "ldap_add": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "ldap_add_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Mcp Database, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about ldap_add

What does the ldap_add tool do? +

Add a new LDAP entry. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Mcp Database MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on ldap_add? +

Register the Mcp Database MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for ldap_add: 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 Database. Nothing to install.

What risk level is ldap_add? +

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

Can I rate-limit ldap_add? +

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

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

ldap_add is provided by the Mcp Database MCP server (nam088/mcp-database-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.