Least-Privilege Context
A context engineering pattern that gives each agent only the information, tools, and state needed for its role or current task.
Plain English
Do not load the whole workspace, every credential, and every tool just because the agent might use them.
Example
A payroll sub-agent receives payroll policy snippets and approval tools, while a benefits sub-agent receives different documents and no payment tools.
Why it matters
Scoping context reduces token waste, limits prompt-injection blast radius, and makes multi-agent systems easier to audit.