planfix_search_directory

THE RISK

Low Risk

Why planfix_search_directory needs a policy

This tool searches for and retrieves directory information by name. It performs a read-only query operation against the Planfix system with no capability to modify, delete, or execute external operations. The blast radius of misuse is minimal—an attacker could only gain visibility into directory structure, not manipulate data or trigger actions.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'planfix_search_directory' and description 'Search for a Planfix directory by name' indicate a query/retrieval operation with no side effects.

Documented attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access planfix_search_directory gives an agent:

POLICY

How to control planfix_search_directory

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway — it sits between your AI agents and Planfix MCP Server, and nothing reaches the server without passing your rules. This is the rule we recommend for planfix_search_directory:

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "planfix_search_directory": {}
  }
}

planfix_search_directory is read-only, so it stays allowed — but everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

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FAQ

Questions about planfix_search_directory

What does the planfix_search_directory tool do? +

Search for a Planfix directory by name. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Planfix MCP Server MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on planfix_search_directory? +

Register the Planfix MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for planfix_search_directory: 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 Planfix MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is planfix_search_directory? +

planfix_search_directory is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit planfix_search_directory? +

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

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

planfix_search_directory is provided by the Planfix MCP Server MCP server (popstas/planfix-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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