set_target_temperature

THE RISK

Medium Risk

Why set_target_temperature needs a policy

This tool modifies a device setting (target temperature) on a smart home device. It creates a reversible state change — the temperature can be changed again — so it falls under Write rather than Execute or Destructive. Misuse could cause discomfort or energy waste (e.g., setting extreme temperatures), giving it medium severity.

From the tool's definition Set target temperature on any target-temperature-capable device

Documented attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access set_target_temperature gives an agent:

POLICY

How to control set_target_temperature

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway — it sits between your AI agents and 米家 MCP Server, and nothing reaches the server without passing your rules. This is the rule we recommend for set_target_temperature:

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "set_target_temperature": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_target_temperature_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

set_target_temperature 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.

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FAQ

Questions about set_target_temperature

What does the set_target_temperature tool do? +

Set target temperature on any target-temperature-capable device. It is categorised as a Write tool in the 米家 MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on set_target_temperature? +

Register the 米家 MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for set_target_temperature: 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 米家 MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is set_target_temperature? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_target_temperature? +

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

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

set_target_temperature is provided by the 米家 MCP Server MCP server (javen-yan/miot-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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