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pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings

GET /api/v2/services/ntp/settings

SERVERPfsense SOURCEabl030/pfsense-mcp
Low RISK CLASS
Category Read
Parameters 00 required
Recommended Allowedsee the rule below
Registry record Grade F, identity unverified Pull the record →

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What pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings does on Pfsense

AI agents call pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings to retrieve information from Pfsense without modifying anything. It is typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

Why pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings is rated Low

This is a read-only operation that queries NTP settings from the pfSense firewall. The GET HTTP method and 'get' verb in the tool name indicate data retrieval with no side effects. While pfSense is a security-critical system, reading NTP configuration is low-risk as it does not modify state or enable lateral movement. Severity is low because NTP settings alone do not directly compromise the firewall or network.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings' with GET method to '/api/v2/services/ntp/settings' endpoint explicitly retrieves NTP service configuration without modification.

Questions about pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings

What does the pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings tool do? +

GET /api/v2/services/ntp/settings. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Pfsense MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings? +

Register the Pfsense MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings: 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_get_services_ntp_settings? +

pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings 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_get_services_ntp_settings completely? +

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

pfsense_get_services_ntp_settings 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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