adb_snapshot_restore_settings

Restore settings from a saved snapshot to the current device. Only restores global and secure settings — does not install/uninstall packages.

SERVERDeepadb SOURCEdeepadb

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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This record as markdown: /tools/io-github-fullread-deepadb/adb-snapshot-restore-settings.md

WHAT IT DOES

What adb_snapshot_restore_settings does on Deepadb

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

RISK

Why adb_snapshot_restore_settings is rated Medium

This tool modifies device settings (global and secure) by restoring them from a snapshot. It is a Write operation that can alter system-wide configuration on the device. The severity is high because global and secure settings control sensitive device behavior (e.g., network, security policies), and an AI agent misusing this could misconfigure the device in impactful ways.

From the tool's definition Restore settings from a saved snapshot to the current device. Only restores global and secure settings

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs adb_snapshot_restore_settings safely

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

adb_snapshot_restore_settings Rate-limited

adb_snapshot_restore_settings 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": {
    "adb_snapshot_restore_settings": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "adb_snapshot_restore_settings_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 Deepadb, apply this rule, and every adb_snapshot_restore_settings call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about adb_snapshot_restore_settings

What does the adb_snapshot_restore_settings tool do? +

Restore settings from a saved snapshot to the current device. Only restores global and secure settings — does not install/uninstall packages. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Deepadb MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on adb_snapshot_restore_settings? +

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

What risk level is adb_snapshot_restore_settings? +

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

Can I rate-limit adb_snapshot_restore_settings? +

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

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

adb_snapshot_restore_settings is provided by the Deepadb MCP server (deepadb). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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