unifi_update_route

A write tool on the UniFi Access MCP server.

SERVERUniFi Access MCP SOURCEpypi:unifi-protect-mcp

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-sirkirby-unifi-access-mcp/unifi-update-route.md

WHAT IT DOES

What unifi_update_route does on UniFi Access MCP

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

RISK

Why unifi_update_route is rated Medium

The name implies a Write operation (update), likely modifying network routing configuration in a UniFi system. However, the empty description significantly lowers confidence. Given the server context (UniFi Access for doors/credentials), this may relate to access routing policies. Classified as Write since 'update' is typically reversible, but confidence is low due to lack of description.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'unifi_update_route' suggests updating a route configuration; description is empty and uninformative.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs unifi_update_route safely

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

unifi_update_route Rate-limited

unifi_update_route 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": {
    "unifi_update_route": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "unifi_update_route_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 UniFi Access MCP, apply this rule, and every unifi_update_route call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about unifi_update_route

What does the unifi_update_route tool do? +

unifi_update_route is a write tool on the UniFi Access MCP server. It is categorised as a Write tool in the UniFi Access MCP MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on unifi_update_route? +

Register the UniFi Access MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for unifi_update_route: 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 UniFi Access MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is unifi_update_route? +

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

Can I rate-limit unifi_update_route? +

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

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

unifi_update_route is provided by the UniFi Access MCP server (pypi:unifi-protect-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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