dns_list_zones

THE RISK

Low Risk

Why dns_list_zones needs a policy

This tool retrieves and enumerates existing DNS zone configuration data without modifying, creating, deleting, or executing operations. It is a pure information-gathering function that poses minimal risk even if misused by an AI agent, as it cannot alter system state or access sensitive data beyond what is already administrative DNS metadata.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'dns_list_zones' and description stating it 'List all DNS zones configured on the server' with return of informational data (zone name, type, status, record count) indicates a read-only query operation with no side effects.

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

POLICY

How to control dns_list_zones

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

policy.json

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

dns_list_zones 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 dns_list_zones

What does the dns_list_zones tool do? +

List all DNS zones configured on the server. Returns zone name, type (Primary/Secondary/Stub/Forwarder), status, and record count. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Technitium MCP Secure MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on dns_list_zones? +

Register the Technitium MCP Secure MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for dns_list_zones: 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 Technitium MCP Secure. Nothing to install.

What risk level is dns_list_zones? +

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

Can I rate-limit dns_list_zones? +

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

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

dns_list_zones is provided by the Technitium MCP Secure MCP server (rosschurchill/technitium-mcp-secure). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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