pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1 · Pfsense MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1 does on Pfsense

AI agents use pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1 to create or update resources in Pfsense — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Pfsense environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1 needs a policy

The 'create' prefix strongly indicates this tool creates a new IPsec Phase 1 (IKE) configuration on the pfSense firewall. Creating VPN tunnel configurations is a Write operation. However, it carries high severity because misconfigured VPN phase 1 settings could expose the network to unauthorized access or disrupt secure communications.

From the tool's definition Tool name: pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1; description is empty

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Verdict

pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1 Rate-limited

pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1 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": {
    "pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1

What does the pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1 tool do? +

pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Pfsense MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1? +

Register the Pfsense MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1: 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 Pfsense. Nothing to install.

What risk level is pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1? +

pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1 is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1 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 pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1 completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1. 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 pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1? +

pfsense_create_vpn_ipsec_phase1 is provided by the Pfsense MCP server (abl030/pfsense-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.