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list_local_models

Discover local LLM models from Ollama and LM Studio.

SERVERBlender SOURCEsandraschi/blender-mcp
Low RISK CLASS
Category Read
Parameters 00 required
Recommended Allowedsee the rule below
Registry record Grade F, identity unverified Pull the record →

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What list_local_models does on Blender

AI agents call list_local_models to retrieve information from Blender without modifying anything. It is typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

Why list_local_models is rated Low

This tool queries and returns information about locally installed LLM models from Ollama and LM Studio. It has no side effects, does not execute code, create/modify/delete data, or perform any irreversible actions. It is purely informational (Read category). Severity is low because discovering available models poses minimal security risk even if misused by an AI agent.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'list_local_models' and description 'Discover local LLM models' indicate a query/retrieval operation that lists available models without modification or execution.

Questions about list_local_models

What does the list_local_models tool do? +

Discover local LLM models from Ollama and LM Studio. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Blender MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on list_local_models? +

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

What risk level is list_local_models? +

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

Can I rate-limit list_local_models? +

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

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

list_local_models is provided by the Blender MCP server (sandraschi/blender-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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