bootstrap_project_memory · SQLite Project Memory MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What bootstrap_project_memory does on SQLite Project Memory MCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why bootstrap_project_memory needs a policy

This tool creates new entities in the SQLite database (a project root and anchor entities), which is a Write operation. It establishes the initial structure but does not execute code, delete data, or involve financial transactions. Severity is medium because initializing a project could overwrite or conflict with existing project memory structures, but it is generally reversible via delete_entity.

From the tool's definition Initialize a project root entity and standard memory-area anchor entities

Risk signalsAdmin/system-level operation

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

bootstrap_project_memory Rate-limited

bootstrap_project_memory 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": {
    "bootstrap_project_memory": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "bootstrap_project_memory_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Instant setup, no code required.

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

FAQ

Questions about bootstrap_project_memory

What does the bootstrap_project_memory tool do? +

Initialize a project root entity and standard memory-area anchor entities. It is categorised as a Write tool in the SQLite Project Memory MCP MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on bootstrap_project_memory? +

Register the SQLite Project Memory MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for bootstrap_project_memory: 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 SQLite Project Memory MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is bootstrap_project_memory? +

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

Can I rate-limit bootstrap_project_memory? +

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

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

bootstrap_project_memory is provided by the SQLite Project Memory MCP server (webrtcgame/sqlite-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.