sf_data_import · Salesforce CLI MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What sf_data_import does on Salesforce CLI MCP Server

AI agents use sf_data_import to create or update resources in Salesforce CLI MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Salesforce CLI MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why sf_data_import needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies records in Salesforce by importing data from a CSV file. It is a Write operation as it inserts/upserts data into the org. Severity is high because an AI agent could import large volumes of incorrect, malicious, or sensitive data into a production Salesforce org, potentially corrupting records at scale, though it is technically reversible (records can be deleted afterward).

From the tool's definition Import data from a CSV file into a Salesforce org

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

sf_data_import Rate-limited

sf_data_import 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": {
    "sf_data_import": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "sf_data_import_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 Salesforce CLI MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about sf_data_import

What does the sf_data_import tool do? +

Import data from a CSV file into a Salesforce org. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Salesforce CLI MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on sf_data_import? +

Register the Salesforce CLI MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for sf_data_import: 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 Salesforce CLI MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is sf_data_import? +

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

Can I rate-limit sf_data_import? +

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

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

sf_data_import is provided by the Salesforce CLI MCP Server MCP server (timaw513-emergenit/salesforce-cli-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.