pfsense_delete_interface_gre

DELETE /api/v2/interface/gre

Server Pfsense abl030/pfsense-mcp
Category Destructive
Risk class Critical
Parameters 00 required

What pfsense_delete_interface_gre does on Pfsense

AI agents call pfsense_delete_interface_gre to permanently remove resources in Pfsense — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.

Why pfsense_delete_interface_gre needs a policy

This tool deletes network interface configurations on a critical infrastructure firewall. Deletion is irreversible and could disrupt VPN tunnels, site-to-site connectivity, or other encrypted routing functions that depend on GRE interfaces. An AI agent misusing this tool could sever network connectivity or compromise security infrastructure.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'delete' and description shows DELETE HTTP method. The tool irreversibly removes GRE (Generic Routing Encapsulation) interface configurations from the pfSense firewall, which cannot be undone without manual reconfiguration.

Questions about pfsense_delete_interface_gre

What does the pfsense_delete_interface_gre tool do? +

DELETE /api/v2/interface/gre. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Pfsense MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on pfsense_delete_interface_gre? +

Register the Pfsense MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for pfsense_delete_interface_gre: 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_delete_interface_gre? +

pfsense_delete_interface_gre is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit pfsense_delete_interface_gre? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the pfsense_delete_interface_gre 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_delete_interface_gre completely? +

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

pfsense_delete_interface_gre 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.

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