add_synonym · Mcp Revelor MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What add_synonym does on Mcp Revelor

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why add_synonym needs a policy

This tool creates new synonym mappings in the search engine configuration. While reversible (synonyms can typically be removed), it modifies searchable product data and behavior, affecting how customers find products. Misuse could degrade search relevance or inject misleading synonyms. Not Destructive because additions are not irreversible deletions.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Adds search synonyms', which is a create/modify operation on e-shop search configuration data. The server description confirms 'optional writing for e-shop data' capability.

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Verdict

add_synonym Rate-limited

add_synonym 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": {
    "add_synonym": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_synonym_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 Mcp Revelor, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about add_synonym

What does the add_synonym tool do? +

Adds search synonyms. main_word is the canonical term; synonyms are alternative spellings/phrasings. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Mcp Revelor MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on add_synonym? +

Register the Mcp Revelor MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for add_synonym: 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 Revelor. Nothing to install.

What risk level is add_synonym? +

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

Can I rate-limit add_synonym? +

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

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

add_synonym is provided by the Mcp Revelor MCP server (webotvurci-s-r-o/mcp-revelor). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.