apply_prompt_docker · MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What apply_prompt_docker does on MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE

AI agents use apply_prompt_docker to create or update resources in MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why apply_prompt_docker needs a policy

This tool modifies or applies Docker configuration templates within the IDE environment. While 'apply_prompt' suggests non-destructive changes (templates are reversible), the scope affects container orchestration configurations which could impact infrastructure behavior.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'apply_prompt_docker' with description stating it 'Provides a prompt template for Docker container configurations and orchestration' indicates application of templated changes to configuration.

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Verdict

apply_prompt_docker Rate-limited

apply_prompt_docker 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": {
    "apply_prompt_docker": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "apply_prompt_docker_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about apply_prompt_docker

What does the apply_prompt_docker tool do? +

Provides a prompt template for Docker container configurations and orchestration. It is categorised as a Write tool in the MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on apply_prompt_docker? +

Register the MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for apply_prompt_docker: 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 MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE. Nothing to install.

What risk level is apply_prompt_docker? +

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

Can I rate-limit apply_prompt_docker? +

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

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

apply_prompt_docker is provided by the MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE MCP server (jankowtf/mcp-hitchcode). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.