add_to_universal_memory · consciousness MCP server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What add_to_universal_memory does on consciousness MCP server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why add_to_universal_memory needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies data in a persistent vector memory store by adding new information. It is reversible (can be cleared or forgotten via sibling tools like clear_universal_memory or forget_universal_memory), so it does not qualify as Destructive.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'add_to_universal_memory' and description 'Store information in universal (session-independent) vector memory' indicate data creation/modification. The 'add_to' prefix and 'Store' verb confirm a write operation.

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Verdict

add_to_universal_memory Rate-limited

add_to_universal_memory 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": {
    "add_to_universal_memory": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_to_universal_memory_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 consciousness MCP server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about add_to_universal_memory

What does the add_to_universal_memory tool do? +

Store information in universal (session-independent) vector memory. It is categorised as a Write tool in the consciousness MCP server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on add_to_universal_memory? +

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

What risk level is add_to_universal_memory? +

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

Can I rate-limit add_to_universal_memory? +

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

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

add_to_universal_memory is provided by the consciousness MCP server MCP server (one710/consciousness). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.