dynadot_set_ns

Set the nameservers for a domain (up to 13).

SERVERDynadot SOURCEeyalm321/dynadot-mcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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This record as markdown: /tools/eyalm321-dynadot-mcp/dynadot-set-ns.md

WHAT IT DOES

What dynadot_set_ns does on Dynadot

AI agents use dynadot_set_ns to create or update resources in Dynadot, usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Dynadot environment.

RISK

Why dynadot_set_ns is rated Medium

This tool modifies (writes to) the nameserver configuration of a domain, which is a reversible change. While it doesn't create or delete data, it updates critical DNS infrastructure settings. The severity is high because misconfiguration could redirect domain traffic, disrupt services, or enable phishing attacks, but the change is reversible by updating nameservers again.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Set the nameservers for a domain', which is a modification operation that changes DNS configuration for an existing domain.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs dynadot_set_ns safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and Dynadot, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For dynadot_set_ns, this is the rule to start with:

dynadot_set_ns Rate-limited

dynadot_set_ns 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": {
    "dynadot_set_ns": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "dynadot_set_ns_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect Dynadot, apply this rule, and every dynadot_set_ns call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about dynadot_set_ns

What does the dynadot_set_ns tool do? +

Set the nameservers for a domain (up to 13). It is categorised as a Write tool in the Dynadot MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on dynadot_set_ns? +

Register the Dynadot MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for dynadot_set_ns: 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 Dynadot. Nothing to install.

What risk level is dynadot_set_ns? +

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

Can I rate-limit dynadot_set_ns? +

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

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

dynadot_set_ns is provided by the Dynadot MCP server (eyalm321/dynadot-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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