mongodb_list_databases · MCP Mac Apps Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What mongodb_list_databases does on MCP Mac Apps Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why mongodb_list_databases needs a policy

This tool queries and lists existing MongoDB databases without creating, modifying, or deleting data. It is a read-only operation that retrieves metadata about database objects. While the server description mentions control of macOS applications, this particular tool is purely informational and retrieves information without side effects.

From the tool's definition Tool name and description indicate retrieval functionality: 'mongodb_list_databases' with description 'Получает список всех баз данных в MongoDB' (Gets a list of all databases in MongoDB).

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Questions about mongodb_list_databases

What does the mongodb_list_databases tool do? +

Получает список всех баз данных в MongoDB. It is categorised as a Read tool in the MCP Mac Apps Server MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on mongodb_list_databases? +

Register the MCP Mac Apps Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for mongodb_list_databases: 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 MCP Mac Apps Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is mongodb_list_databases? +

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

Can I rate-limit mongodb_list_databases? +

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

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

mongodb_list_databases is provided by the MCP Mac Apps Server MCP server (trueoleg/mcp-expirements). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.