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get_selected_workspace

Get the currently selected workspace

Part of the Render server.

get_selected_workspace is read-only, but an agent in a loop can still rack up calls and cost. PolicyLayer caps every call before it runs. Live in minutes.

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AI agents call get_selected_workspace to retrieve information from Render without modifying any data. This is common in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows where the agent needs context before taking action. Because read operations don't change state, they are generally safe to allow without restrictions -- but you may still want rate limits to control API costs.

Even though get_selected_workspace only reads data, uncontrolled read access can leak sensitive information or rack up API costs. An agent caught in a retry loop could make thousands of calls per minute. A rate limit gives you a safety net without blocking legitimate use.

Read-only tools are safe to allow by default. No rate limit needed unless you want to control costs.

policy.json
{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "get_selected_workspace": {}
  }
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access get_selected_workspace gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:

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Every attack above starts with a tool call. PolicyLayer checks each one against your policy first, so get_selected_workspace only ever does what you allow.

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Other read tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: allow, with a rate cap to control cost.

What does the get_selected_workspace tool do? +

Get the currently selected workspace. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Render MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on get_selected_workspace? +

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

What risk level is get_selected_workspace? +

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

Can I rate-limit get_selected_workspace? +

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

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

get_selected_workspace is provided by the Render MCP server (@render-oss/render-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

Enforce policy on every Render tool call.

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