create_snmp_credential

Create a new SNMP credential for use with SNMP-based monitoring.

SERVERUnofficial FortiMonitor MCP Server SOURCEgjenkins20/unofficial-fortimonitor-mcp-server

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What create_snmp_credential does on Unofficial FortiMonitor MCP Server

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

RISK

Why create_snmp_credential is rated Medium

This tool creates new credentials (write operation), which is reversible but sensitive. SNMP credentials grant access to network device monitoring and can be exploited if misused or leaked. The severity is high because compromised SNMP credentials could allow unauthorized monitoring/configuration of critical infrastructure, but it does not directly execute code, delete data irreversibly, or move money.

From the tool's definition Tool name is 'create_snmp_credential' and description states 'Create a new SNMP credential' — this creates and stores new authentication material in the monitoring system.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs create_snmp_credential safely

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

create_snmp_credential Rate-limited

create_snmp_credential 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": {
    "create_snmp_credential": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_snmp_credential_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 Unofficial FortiMonitor MCP Server, apply this rule, and every create_snmp_credential call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about create_snmp_credential

What does the create_snmp_credential tool do? +

Create a new SNMP credential for use with SNMP-based monitoring. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Unofficial FortiMonitor MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on create_snmp_credential? +

Register the Unofficial FortiMonitor MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for create_snmp_credential: 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 Unofficial FortiMonitor MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is create_snmp_credential? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_snmp_credential? +

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

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

create_snmp_credential is provided by the Unofficial FortiMonitor MCP Server MCP server (gjenkins20/unofficial-fortimonitor-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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