// MCP TOOL REFERENCE

trigger_command

Trigger one Hotkeyless command by exact name using /trigger. Enforces blacklist and verifies command exists.

Accepts freeform code/query input (command)

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

@tim0_12432/hotkeyless-ahk-mcp-server Execute

// WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents invoke trigger_command to trigger processes or run actions in Hotkeyless Ahk. 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 TRIGGER_COMMAND

trigger_command 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.

hotkeyless-ahk.yaml

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

See the full Hotkeyless Ahk policy for all 4 tools.

// DETAILS

Tool Name trigger_command

Category Execute

MCP Server Hotkeyless Ahk MCP Server

Risk Level High

// MORE HOTKEYLESS AHK TOOLS

Write mouse_move Write send_keys Read discover_commands

// WHAT CAN GO WRONG

Agents calling execute-class tools like trigger_command 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.

Atv build_stake_tx Atv build_unstake_tx Acdp start_local Pentagonal pentagonal_audit Pentagonal pentagonal_compile ACR — Agent Composition Records orient_me

// IN CONTEXT OF HIGH RISK

trigger_command is one of the high-risk operations in Hotkeyless Ahk. 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 trigger_command tool do? +

Trigger one Hotkeyless command by exact name using /trigger. Enforces blacklist and verifies command exists.. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Hotkeyless Ahk MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on trigger_command? +

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

What risk level is trigger_command? +

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

Can I rate-limit trigger_command? +

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

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

trigger_command is provided by the Hotkeyless Ahk MCP server (@tim0_12432/hotkeyless-ahk-mcp-server). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

trigger_command

Let agents act without letting them run wild.