nmap_advanced_scan · Bug Bounty MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What nmap_advanced_scan does on Bug Bounty MCP Server

AI agents invoke nmap_advanced_scan to trigger actions in Bug Bounty MCP Server. What it does depends on the arguments the agent supplies, and its effects often reach beyond the immediate call — builds kicked off, notifications sent, workflows started.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why nmap_advanced_scan needs a policy

Nmap performs active network scanning — sending packets to discover hosts, open ports, services, and OS fingerprints on target systems. This is an Execute-category action (triggering external network operations). On a bug bounty server alongside attack chain and vulnerability hunting tools, misuse could lead to unauthorized scanning of targets, legal liability, or triggering intrusion detection systems.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'nmap_advanced_scan' on a Bug Bounty MCP Server with sibling tools like 'bugbounty_vulnerability_hunting', 'create_attack_chain', and 'arjun_parameter_discovery'.

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Verdict

nmap_advanced_scan Rate-limited

nmap_advanced_scan stays usable, but rate-capped — a runaway agent can't fire it dozens of times a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "nmap_advanced_scan": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "nmap_advanced_scan_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about nmap_advanced_scan

What does the nmap_advanced_scan tool do? +

nmap_advanced_scan. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Bug Bounty MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on nmap_advanced_scan? +

Register the Bug Bounty MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for nmap_advanced_scan: 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 Bug Bounty MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is nmap_advanced_scan? +

nmap_advanced_scan is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit nmap_advanced_scan? +

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

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

nmap_advanced_scan is provided by the Bug Bounty MCP Server MCP server (slanycukr/bugbounty-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.