sstv_encode_ponskaart · Sensory MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What sstv_encode_ponskaart does on Sensory

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why sstv_encode_ponskaart needs a policy

The tool creates (generates/produces) an authenticated punch card artifact used for remote authentication. This is a Write operation — it produces a new data artifact. There is no indication of code execution, deletion, or financial transactions.

From the tool's definition Create authenticated ponskaart (punch card) for McMurdo remote authentication via SSTV

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

sstv_encode_ponskaart Rate-limited

sstv_encode_ponskaart 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": {
    "sstv_encode_ponskaart": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "sstv_encode_ponskaart_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about sstv_encode_ponskaart

What does the sstv_encode_ponskaart tool do? +

Create authenticated ponskaart (punch card) for McMurdo remote authentication via SSTV. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Sensory MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on sstv_encode_ponskaart? +

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

What risk level is sstv_encode_ponskaart? +

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

Can I rate-limit sstv_encode_ponskaart? +

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

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

sstv_encode_ponskaart is provided by the Sensory MCP server (jaspertvdm/mcp-server-sensory). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.