start_service

// WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents invoke start_service to trigger processes or run actions in Cashpilot. 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 START_SERVICE

start_service 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-geiserx-cashpilot-mcp.yaml

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

See the full Cashpilot policy for all 10 tools.

// DETAILS

Tool Name start_service

Category Execute

MCP Server Cashpilot MCP Server

Risk Level High

// MORE CASHPILOT TOOLS

Destructive remove_service Execute deploy_service Execute restart_service Execute stop_service Execute trigger_collection Read get_compose Read get_earnings_daily Read get_earnings_history

View all 10 tools →

// WHAT CAN GO WRONG

Agents calling execute-class tools like start_service 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.

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// IN CONTEXT OF HIGH RISK

start_service is one of the high-risk operations in Cashpilot. 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 start_service tool do? +

Start a stopped service. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Cashpilot 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_service? +

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

What risk level is start_service? +

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

Can I rate-limit start_service? +

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

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

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

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