ibmcloud_cf_start

// WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents invoke ibmcloud_cf_start to trigger processes or run actions in Ibmcloud. 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 IBMCLOUD_CF_START

ibmcloud_cf_start 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.

io-github-expertvagabond-ibmcloud.yaml

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

See the full Ibmcloud policy for all 88 tools.

// DETAILS

Tool Name ibmcloud_cf_start

Category Execute

MCP Server Ibmcloud MCP Server

Risk Level High

// MORE IBMCLOUD TOOLS

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// WHAT CAN GO WRONG

Agents calling execute-class tools like ibmcloud_cf_start have been implicated in these attack patterns. Read the full case and prevention policy for each:

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// 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.

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// IN CONTEXT OF HIGH RISK

ibmcloud_cf_start is one of the high-risk operations in Ibmcloud. 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 ibmcloud_cf_start tool do? +

Start a Cloud Foundry application. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Ibmcloud MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on ibmcloud_cf_start? +

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

What risk level is ibmcloud_cf_start? +

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

Can I rate-limit ibmcloud_cf_start? +

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

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

ibmcloud_cf_start is provided by the Ibmcloud MCP server (ibmcloud-mcp-server). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

Enforce policies on Ibmcloud