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reset_from_parent

Resets a branch to match its parent

Part of the Neon server.

reset_from_parent can permanently delete data in Neon, with no limits today. PolicyLayer puts allow, deny, and rate-limit rules on every call. Live in minutes.

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AI agents may call reset_from_parent to permanently remove or destroy resources in Neon. Without a policy, an autonomous agent could delete critical data in a loop with no way to undo the damage. PolicyLayer blocks destructive tools by default and requires explicit human approval before enabling them.

Without a policy, an AI agent could call reset_from_parent in a loop, permanently destroying resources in Neon. There is no undo for destructive operations. PolicyLayer blocks this tool by default and only allows it when a human explicitly approves the action.

Destructive tools permanently remove data. Block by default. Only enable with explicit approval workflows.

policy.json
{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "hide": [
    "reset_from_parent"
  ]
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access reset_from_parent gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:

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Every attack above starts with a tool call. PolicyLayer checks each one against your policy first, so reset_from_parent only ever does what you allow.

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Other destructive tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: deny by default, or require human approval.

What does the reset_from_parent tool do? +

Resets a branch to match its parent. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Neon 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 reset_from_parent? +

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

What risk level is reset_from_parent? +

reset_from_parent 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 reset_from_parent? +

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

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

reset_from_parent is provided by the Neon MCP server (@neondatabase/mcp-server-neon). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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