// MCP TOOL REFERENCE

run_agent

Run a custom agent by ID with optional input text.

Single-target operation

Part of the AiPayGen MCP server. Enforce policies on this tool with Intercept, the open-source MCP proxy.

aipaygen-mcp Execute Risk 3/5

// WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents invoke run_agent to trigger processes or run actions in AiPayGen. Execute operations can have side effects beyond the immediate call -- triggering builds, sending notifications, or starting workflows. Rate limits and argument validation are essential to prevent runaway execution.

// WHY ENFORCE A POLICY ON RUN_AGENT

run_agent can trigger processes with real-world consequences. An uncontrolled agent might start dozens of builds, send mass notifications, or kick off expensive compute jobs. Intercept enforces rate limits and validates arguments to keep execution within safe bounds.

// RECOMMENDED POLICY

Execute tools trigger processes. Rate-limit and validate arguments to prevent unintended side effects.

aipaygen.yaml

tools:
  run_agent:
    rules:
      - action: allow
        rate_limit:
          max: 10
          window: 60
        validate:
          required_args: true

See the full AiPayGen policy for all 106 tools.

// DETAILS

Tool Name run_agent

Category Execute

MCP Server AiPayGen MCP Server

Risk Level High

// MORE AIPAYGEN TOOLS

Destructive delete_agent Execute batch Execute execute_skill Execute invoke_catalog_api Execute parse_csv Execute run_python_code Execute transform Write add_to_knowledge_base

View all 106 tools →

// WHAT CAN GO WRONG

Agents calling execute-class tools like run_agent have been implicated in these attack patterns. Read the full case and prevention policy for each:

Browse the full MCP Attack Database →

// OTHER EXECUTE TOOLS ACROSS MCP SERVERS

Other tools in the Execute risk category across the catalogue. The same policy patterns (rate-limit, validate) apply to each.

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// IN CONTEXT OF HIGH RISK

run_agent is one of the high-risk operations in AiPayGen. For the full severity-focused view — only the high-risk tools with their recommended policies — see the breakdown for this server, or browse all high-risk tools across every MCP server.

// RELATED READING

// FAQ

What does the run_agent tool do? +

Run a custom agent by ID with optional input text.. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the AiPayGen MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on run_agent? +

Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for run_agent. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the AiPayGen MCP server.

What risk level is run_agent? +

run_agent is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit run_agent? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the run_agent rule in your Intercept 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 run_agent completely? +

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for run_agent. 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 run_agent? +

run_agent is provided by the AiPayGen MCP server (aipaygen-mcp). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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