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init_user_config

Initialize user config directory (~/.config/camoufox-mcp) with default settings

Part of the Camoufox server.

init_user_config can trigger actions in Camoufox, 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 init_user_config to trigger processes or run actions in Camoufox. 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.

init_user_config 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": {
    "init_user_config": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "init_user_config_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access init_user_config 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 init_user_config 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 init_user_config tool do? +

Initialize user config directory (~/.config/camoufox-mcp) with default settings. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Camoufox MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on init_user_config? +

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

What risk level is init_user_config? +

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

Can I rate-limit init_user_config? +

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

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

init_user_config is provided by the Camoufox MCP server (camoufox-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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