unblock_ip

Unblock a previously blocked IP address

SERVERcPanel MCP Server SOURCE0xhayd3n/cpanel-mcp-server

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What unblock_ip does on cPanel MCP Server

AI agents use unblock_ip 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.

RISK

Why unblock_ip is rated Medium

This tool modifies security configuration by changing IP address blocklist state. It is reversible (can be re-blocked), so it is Write rather than Destructive. However, it has moderate security impact as improper unblocking could expose systems to malicious traffic or re-enable access for compromised IPs.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'unblock_ip' and description 'Unblock a previously blocked IP address' indicates modification of security firewall/blocklist rules. This reverses a prior block action, modifying the IP allowlist/blocklist state.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs unblock_ip safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and cPanel MCP Server, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For unblock_ip, this is the rule to start with:

unblock_ip Rate-limited

unblock_ip 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": {
    "unblock_ip": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "unblock_ip_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect cPanel MCP Server, apply this rule, and every unblock_ip call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about unblock_ip

What does the unblock_ip tool do? +

Unblock a previously blocked IP address. 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 unblock_ip? +

Register the cPanel MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for unblock_ip: 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 unblock_ip? +

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

Can I rate-limit unblock_ip? +

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

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

unblock_ip 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.

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