set_php_version_for_domain · cPanel MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What set_php_version_for_domain does on cPanel MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_php_version_for_domain needs a policy

This tool modifies domain configuration (PHP version) which is a Write operation - it changes existing state reversibly and can be undone by setting a different PHP version. While it affects server behavior, it does not execute arbitrary code (Execute), destroy data (Destructive), or move money (Financial).

From the tool's definition Tool name 'set_php_version_for_domain' and description 'Set the PHP version for a domain' indicate modification of domain configuration. This is a reversible change that alters server settings without deleting data or executing arbitrary code.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

set_php_version_for_domain Rate-limited

set_php_version_for_domain 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": {
    "set_php_version_for_domain": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_php_version_for_domain_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches cPanel MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about set_php_version_for_domain

What does the set_php_version_for_domain tool do? +

Set the PHP version for a domain. It is categorised as a Write tool in the cPanel 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 set_php_version_for_domain? +

Register the cPanel MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for set_php_version_for_domain: 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 cPanel MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is set_php_version_for_domain? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_php_version_for_domain? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_php_version_for_domain 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 set_php_version_for_domain completely? +

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

set_php_version_for_domain is provided by the cPanel MCP Server MCP server (0xhayd3n/cpanel-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.