php_set_max_time

Set PHP max execution time for a version.

SERVERAapanel SOURCEnipunanirmal/aapanel-mcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What php_set_max_time does on Aapanel

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

RISK

Why php_set_max_time is rated Medium

This tool modifies PHP configuration settings (max execution time), which is a reversible change to system configuration. It does not execute arbitrary code, delete data, or move money, so it falls under Write rather than Execute or Destructive. Severity is medium because misconfiguring PHP execution time limits could cause service disruptions (timeouts or runaway processes) but is reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool performs 'Set PHP max execution time for a version' – a configuration modification operation that changes PHP settings. The word 'Set' indicates a write/modification action on PHP configuration parameters.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs php_set_max_time safely

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

php_set_max_time Rate-limited

php_set_max_time 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": {
    "php_set_max_time": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "php_set_max_time_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 Aapanel, apply this rule, and every php_set_max_time call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about php_set_max_time

What does the php_set_max_time tool do? +

Set PHP max execution time for a version. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Aapanel MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on php_set_max_time? +

Register the Aapanel MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for php_set_max_time: 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 Aapanel. Nothing to install.

What risk level is php_set_max_time? +

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

Can I rate-limit php_set_max_time? +

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

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

php_set_max_time is provided by the Aapanel MCP server (nipunanirmal/aapanel-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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