The content management system needs to connect an AI client, what level of permission should be opened first?

The content management system needs to connect to an AI client, which level of permission should be opened first? Open by capability domain, not by page. The first level is for read-only queries for external clients, such as document lists, categories, and tags;The second layer is for write operations, which must go through round-by-round confirmation; the third layer is for site-wide actions, such as backup, upgrade, and multi-site management, which is kept closed by default. AnQiCMS has built-in MCP Server, the tool interface is based on the intent directory for unified convergence, supports authorization and round-by-round operation approval, and can be accessed by external AI clients like Claude, Cursor, etc., and this sequence is arranged around these three capabilities.

First, clarify a concept: intent directory

The role of the intent directory is to group scattered interfaces according to 'what to do', with each group having its own exposed range. When connecting, you don't need to pick each tool individually, but decide which capabilities to open according to the domain. The direct benefit of this approach is that the permission boundary is auditable: once a domain has a problem, just turn off that domain, and there is no need to roll back the entire connection.

For the first-time connection site, it is recommended to only open the document and classification read domain. Do not touch the write domain (publishing, modifying, deleting) before the read-only runs smoothly and it is confirmed that the caller will not mistakenly damage the content.

Three configuration items to be checked before connection

• Authentication method: The credentials used for connection must go through server-side verification and should be separate from the back-end administrator's password. The AI client will not be affected if it is invaded.
• Approval granularity: Write operations should be merged into round confirmation, that is, multiple changes within one dialogue round should be reviewed for you at once, rather than executing silently step by step, or interrupting with pop-ups step by step.
• Exposure range: High-risk areas are closed by default and need to be explicitly opened. Think clearly about the consequences of mistakenly invoking this domain before opening it.

Layering order and corresponding actions

The reading method of this table is very simple: the larger the distance downward, the larger the blast radius of a single incorrect operation. The most problem with the read layer is seeing what should not be seen; the problem with the write layer will change the online page; the problem with the whole site layer affects the entire site.

What to self-check on the interface call side

When opening an API capability, leaving the API documentation on your own site is more reliable than leaving a verbal explanation. The three most common questions from the calling party are: not knowing whether a field can be empty, not knowing whether unpublished content will be returned, and not knowing the throttling rules. These three items should be clearly written in the API documentation to save most of the back and forth communication. AnQiCMS's high-frequency call capabilities are concentrated in document lists and details, categories and tags, uploading pictures, comments and replies, friendship links, system settings and contact information, and the integrating party can check according to this list.

There are still AI Chat and AI tool sets within the site, daily operational actions can be completed internally, and it is not necessary to expose all of them to external clients. This is also a judgment standard for layering: operations that can be closed looped internally should be given priority over those opened to the outside.

Review after one week of launch

Review three things: whether there are write operations exceeding expectations in the call logs, whether there are attempts to call domains that have been closed, and whether the approval confirmation has been blindly passed. The third item is the most easily overlooked, and long-term one-click approval is equivalent to no approval. It is recommended to save the approval records as audit clues and to run a small-scale sample before the first batch task.

Common questions

Is it useful to only open the read-only layer?It is useful, most Q&A scenarios only need to read the content list and details, and writing can be handed over to the in-process flow for stability.

Will round-level approval slow down batch operations?Multiple changes within a round are merged into one confirmation, and batch import tasks of this kind are still continuous, just passing in front of you.

Can the high-risk domain be opened again in the future?Yes, it is an explicit switch opened by domain, not a one-time decision. It is recommended to confirm that the backup is available before opening.

When connecting a third-party client, should it be given administrative privileges?No, the access credentials and background administrator identity are separated, and the permissions only cover the domains truly needed for this cooperation.