wipeLogs

Wipe all browser logs from memory

Server BrowserTools MCP oenius/browser-tools-mcp
Category Destructive
Risk class Critical
Parameters 00 required

What wipeLogs does on BrowserTools MCP

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

Why wipeLogs needs a policy

This tool permanently deletes all collected browser logs from memory without restoration capability. While not as critical as wiping production databases, it destroys audit trails and debugging data that may be important for security investigation, troubleshooting, or compliance. An AI agent misusing this could obstruct forensic analysis or hide malicious activity traces.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'wipeLogs' combined with description 'Wipe all browser logs from memory' indicates irreversible deletion of data. The verb 'wipe' and the scope 'all browser logs' confirm destructive intent.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Questions about wipeLogs

What does the wipeLogs tool do? +

Wipe all browser logs from memory. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the BrowserTools 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 wipeLogs? +

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

What risk level is wipeLogs? +

wipeLogs 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 wipeLogs? +

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

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

wipeLogs is provided by the BrowserTools MCP server (oenius/browser-tools-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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