pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs

WHAT IT DOES

What pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs does on Pfsense

AI agents use pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs 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_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs needs a policy

This tool modifies VPN client export configurations, which are security-critical settings that affect how VPN clients connect and authenticate. While reversible (Write category rather than Destructive), misuse could disrupt VPN connectivity, intercept client credentials, or redirect VPN traffic to malicious endpoints.

From the tool's definition Tool uses PUT method to replace VPN OpenVPN client export configs. The description 'PUT /api/v2/vpn/openvpn/client_export/configs' indicates modification of VPN configuration data.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs Rate-limited

pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs 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_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs

What does the pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs tool do? +

PUT /api/v2/vpn/openvpn/client_export/configs. 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_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs? +

Register the Pfsense MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs: 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_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs? +

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

Can I rate-limit pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs 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_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs completely? +

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

pfsense_replace_vpn_openvpn_client_export_configs 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.