update_recent_changes · Code Analysis MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What update_recent_changes does on Code Analysis MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why update_recent_changes needs a policy

This tool modifies data (change records/logs) in a reversible manner by updating and merging entries. It does not delete data irreversibly, nor does it execute arbitrary code or move money.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'update_recent_changes' and description indicating it merges existing records with new changes. The description states it is 'called by AI' and performs updates to change records.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

update_recent_changes Rate-limited

update_recent_changes 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_recent_changes": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "update_recent_changes_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about update_recent_changes

What does the update_recent_changes tool do? +

更新最近的更改记录（由AI调用，合并现有记录和新的更改）. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Code Analysis 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 update_recent_changes? +

Register the Code Analysis MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for update_recent_changes: 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 Code Analysis MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is update_recent_changes? +

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

Can I rate-limit update_recent_changes? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the update_recent_changes 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_recent_changes completely? +

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

update_recent_changes is provided by the Code Analysis MCP Server MCP server (zeocax/code-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.