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formulas_run

Execute a calculated-metric formula combining sessions, users, events, and numeric values with filters and segments, via /o?method=calculated_metrics. Requires the formulas plugin. IMPORTANT: each variable is a SEPARATE object in the formula array (not all variables inside one object). To persist...

High parameter count (13 properties)

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

AI agents invoke formulas_run to trigger processes or run actions in Countly. 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.

formulas_run 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.

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

countly.yaml
tools:
  formulas_run:
    rules:
      - action: allow
        rate_limit:
          max: 10
          window: 60
        validate:
          required_args: true

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Tool Name formulas_run
Category Execute
MCP Server Countly MCP Server
Risk Level High

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

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

formulas_run is one of the high-risk operations in Countly. 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.

What does the formulas_run tool do? +

Execute a calculated-metric formula combining sessions, users, events, and numeric values with filters and segments, via /o?method=calculated_metrics. Requires the formulas plugin. IMPORTANT: each variable is a SEPARATE object in the formula array (not all variables inside one object). To persist a formula use formulas_save.. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Countly MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on formulas_run? +

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

What risk level is formulas_run? +

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

Can I rate-limit formulas_run? +

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

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

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

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