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start_date

Optional start date (YYYY-MM-DD). (string, optional)

Part of the Appcircle MCP server.

start_date can trigger actions in Appcircle MCP, with no limits today. PolicyLayer puts allow, deny, and rate-limit rules on every call. Live in minutes.

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AI agents invoke start_date to trigger processes or run actions in Appcircle MCP. 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.

start_date can trigger processes with real-world consequences. An uncontrolled agent might start dozens of builds, send mass notifications, or kick off expensive compute jobs. PolicyLayer 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.

policy.json
{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "start_date": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "start_date_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access start_date gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:

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Every attack above starts with a tool call. PolicyLayer checks each one against your policy first, so start_date only ever does what you allow.

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Other execute tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: rate-limit and validate the arguments.

What does the start_date tool do? +

Optional start date (YYYY-MM-DD). (string, optional). It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Appcircle MCP MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on start_date? +

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

What risk level is start_date? +

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

Can I rate-limit start_date? +

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

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

start_date is provided by the Appcircle MCP server (https://mcp.appcircle.io). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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