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aws-security-mcp

by jowhee327

scan_tag_compliance

Check AWS resource tagging against compliance policies by running a read-only Tag Compliance scanner. Identifies non-compliant tags and policy violations without modifying any resources.

Instructions

Run Tag Compliance security scanner only. Read-only. Does not modify any AWS resources.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
regionNoAWS region to scan (default: server region)
providerNoCloud provider to scan (default: aws). With huaweicloud, `region` is a Huawei Cloud region ID (e.g. cn-north-4); omit it or pass "all" to scan every region project of the account. Huawei Cloud Phase 1 is single-account (org_mode falls back to the current account with a warning).

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. Changed1 schema field changedv0.9.0
    • addedInput schema / properties / provider
      Added value: +{
      +  "description": "Cloud provider to scan (default: aws). With huaweicloud, `region` is a Huawei Cloud region ID (e.g. cn-north-4); omit it or pass \"all\" to scan every region project of the account. Huawei Cloud Phase 1 is single-account (org_mode falls back to the current account with a warning).",
      +  "enum": [
      +    "aws",
      +    "huaweicloud"
      +  ],
      +  "type": "string"
      +}
  2. First observedv0.7.6

TDQS

A3.5/5.0
Behavior3/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries the behavioral burden and does disclose a key safety trait: 'Read-only. Does not modify any AWS resources.' However, it does not mention other behavioral aspects such as required permissions, whether findings are returned inline, or whether provider-specific behavior differs beyond what the schema already states.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is three short sentences with no filler. The primary purpose is front-loaded, and every phrase adds distinct value: what it runs, that it is read-only, and that it does not modify resources.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a simple scanner with only optional parameters and a fully documented schema, the description covers the read-only safety aspect. But with no output schema and no annotation support, it leaves the return behavior and operational context (e.g., what compliance findings look like, when this scanner is relevant) to inference.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, so the input schema fully documents both parameters, including the huaweicloud provider nuances. The description adds no parameter-level information, so the baseline score of 3 applies.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description uses a specific verb-resource pair: 'Run Tag Compliance security scanner' and reinforces scope with 'only'. It clearly distinguishes this from the many sibling scan tools by naming the exact scanner type.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is given on when to choose this tool over alternatives such as scan_public_access_verify, scan_idle_resources, or scan_security_hub_findings. The word 'only' is a scope qualifier, not a usage guideline, and no when/when-not conditions or alternative tool names are mentioned.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.