list_conversations

List conversations (also called tickets) from SparrowDesk with optional filters

Server SparrowDesk sparrowdesk/sparrowdesk-mcp
Category Read
Risk class Low
Parameters 00 required

What list_conversations does on SparrowDesk

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

Why list_conversations needs a policy

This tool retrieves and queries conversation data from SparrowDesk using optional filters. It performs no modifications, deletions, or external operations. It is a straightforward read operation with minimal blast radius if misused by an AI agent—the worst outcome would be exposure of existing ticket data visible to the authenticated user.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'list_conversations' and description 'List conversations (also called tickets) from SparrowDesk with optional filters' indicate a query/retrieval operation with no side effects.

Questions about list_conversations

What does the list_conversations tool do? +

List conversations (also called tickets) from SparrowDesk with optional filters. It is categorised as a Read tool in the SparrowDesk MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on list_conversations? +

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

What risk level is list_conversations? +

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

Can I rate-limit list_conversations? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the list_conversations 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_conversations completely? +

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

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

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