update_memory_sql · Baby-SkyNet MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What update_memory_sql does on Baby-SkyNet

AI agents use update_memory_sql to create or update resources in Baby-SkyNet — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Baby-SkyNet environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why update_memory_sql needs a policy

This tool modifies existing records in a SQL database backing a persistent memory system. While not destructive (the operation is reversible via subsequent updates), it is a Write operation that alters stored data. Severity is high because an AI agent misusing this could corrupt or manipulate memories across sessions, affecting reasoning and decision-making in downstream interactions.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'update_memory_sql' and description 'Bestehende Erinnerung in SQL Datenbank editieren' (Edit existing memory in SQL database) indicate modification of persisted data in a database.

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Verdict

update_memory_sql Rate-limited

update_memory_sql stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "update_memory_sql": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "update_memory_sql_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Baby-SkyNet, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about update_memory_sql

What does the update_memory_sql tool do? +

Bestehende Erinnerung in SQL Datenbank editieren. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Baby-SkyNet MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on update_memory_sql? +

Register the Baby-SkyNet MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for update_memory_sql: 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 Baby-SkyNet. Nothing to install.

What risk level is update_memory_sql? +

update_memory_sql is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit update_memory_sql? +

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

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

update_memory_sql is provided by the Baby-SkyNet MCP server (spie-mkroehn/baby-skynet). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.