sqlmap_scan · Kali Linux MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What sqlmap_scan does on Kali Linux MCP Server

AI agents invoke sqlmap_scan to trigger actions in Kali Linux MCP Server. What it does depends on the arguments the agent supplies, and its effects often reach beyond the immediate call — builds kicked off, notifications sent, workflows started.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why sqlmap_scan needs a policy

SQLmap is an active exploitation tool, not a passive scanner. It injects malicious payloads into database queries, can dump entire databases, bypass authentication, and with --os-shell can achieve remote code execution. On a Kali Linux penetration testing server, misuse could cause irreversible data exposure or system compromise on target systems.

From the tool's definition Execute SQLmap SQL injection scanner — SQLmap actively exploits SQL injection vulnerabilities, running automated attack payloads against target databases, and can exfiltrate data, modify records, or execute OS commands depending on arguments.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

sqlmap_scan Rate-limited

sqlmap_scan stays usable, but rate-capped — a runaway agent can't fire it dozens of times a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "sqlmap_scan": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "sqlmap_scan_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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

FAQ

Questions about sqlmap_scan

What does the sqlmap_scan tool do? +

Execute SQLmap SQL injection scanner. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Kali Linux MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on sqlmap_scan? +

Register the Kali Linux MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for sqlmap_scan: 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 Kali Linux MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is sqlmap_scan? +

sqlmap_scan is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit sqlmap_scan? +

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

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

sqlmap_scan is provided by the Kali Linux MCP Server MCP server (ofryma/custom-mcp-library). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.