add_node · Memex MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What add_node does on Memex

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why add_node needs a policy

This tool creates or adds data to the memory system (a node in the graph structure). It is reversible through deletion or updates, making it Write rather than Destructive. The lack of a description reduces confidence slightly, but the name strongly suggests data creation.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'add_node' indicates creation of a new node in what appears to be a knowledge graph or memory structure. No description provided, but sibling tools like 'bulk_graph' and 'link' suggest graph manipulation operations.

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Verdict

add_node Rate-limited

add_node 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_node": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_node_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 Memex, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about add_node

What does the add_node tool do? +

add_node. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Memex 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_node? +

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

What risk level is add_node? +

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

Can I rate-limit add_node? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the add_node 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_node completely? +

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

add_node is provided by the Memex MCP server (queflyhq/memex). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.