ims_graph_create_feature · IMS MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What ims_graph_create_feature does on IMS MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why ims_graph_create_feature needs a policy

This tool creates a feature entity within what appears to be an architectural or decision graph system. Creation of data structures is reversible (features can typically be deleted or modified later), placing it in the Write category rather than Destructive.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'create' (ims_graph_create_feature), and sibling tools show patterns of graph manipulation (graph_create_bug, graph_create_component, graph_create_correction, graph_create_decision). The 'create' prefix indicates data creation/modification.

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Verdict

ims_graph_create_feature Rate-limited

ims_graph_create_feature 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": {
    "ims_graph_create_feature": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "ims_graph_create_feature_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about ims_graph_create_feature

What does the ims_graph_create_feature tool do? +

ims_graph_create_feature. It is categorised as a Write tool in the IMS 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 ims_graph_create_feature? +

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

What risk level is ims_graph_create_feature? +

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

Can I rate-limit ims_graph_create_feature? +

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

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

ims_graph_create_feature is provided by the IMS MCP Server MCP server (jdelon02/ims-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.