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Filesystem server says 'path outside allowed directories' on the first call

The first tool call right after connecting is denied. A moment later the same call works.

Difficulty
Easy
Time
~5 min
Steps
2
Fixed in
v1.0.0
Last checked
2026-10-15

Verified fix: PR #5025 merged on . Fixed in v1.0.0 (first release published after the merge). Last checked .

Symptom

The first tool call right after connecting is denied. A moment later the same call works.

Evidence what you'll see

  • Log shows 'Access denied - path outside allowed directories'
  • Then 'Updated allowed directories from MCP roots'

Cause

The server loaded roots in the background after start, so early tool calls ran before the allowed list was ready.

Fix steps

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Verify the fix worked

  • A tool call made right after connecting succeeds.
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