Delete multiple items from a collection at once by their IDs. This action cannot be undone. Example: {collection:
AI agents call bulk_delete_items to permanently remove resources in Directus MCP Server — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.
The tool irreversibly deletes data in bulk. The description explicitly states 'This action cannot be undone,' which is the defining characteristic of the Destructive category. The ability to delete multiple items simultaneously amplifies the blast radius. While it requires specific IDs (reducing accidental misuse risk somewhat), a misdirected AI agent could cause significant data loss.
From the tool's definition Delete multiple items from a collection at once by their IDs. This action cannot be undone.
Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets
Attacks that exploit this kind of access
Delete multiple items from a collection at once by their IDs. This action cannot be undone. Example: {collection:. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Directus MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.
Register the Directus MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for bulk_delete_items: 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 Directus MCP Server. Nothing to install.
bulk_delete_items is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.
Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the bulk_delete_items 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.
Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for bulk_delete_items. 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.
bulk_delete_items is provided by the Directus MCP Server MCP server (skeyelab/directus-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.
bulk_delete_items is one line of Directus MCP Server's registry record.
The record carries the whole server: verified identity, auth posture, risk grade, every tool classified, recommended policy — re-checked continuously.
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