create_test_execution · Xray MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What create_test_execution does on Xray MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_test_execution needs a policy

The tool creates a new test execution, which is a reversible write operation. It adds a data structure to Xray but does not execute tests, destroy data, or move funds. The severity is medium because creating test executions in a test management system can have downstream effects (triggering automation pipelines, affecting reporting), but the operation itself is non-destructive and can be rolled back or cleaned up.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Create a new test execution container' — a clear creation operation that modifies Xray test management state by introducing new data.

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Verdict

create_test_execution Rate-limited

create_test_execution 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": {
    "create_test_execution": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_test_execution_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Xray MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about create_test_execution

What does the create_test_execution tool do? +

Create a new test execution container in Xray. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Xray 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 create_test_execution? +

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

What risk level is create_test_execution? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_test_execution? +

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

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

create_test_execution is provided by the Xray MCP Server MCP server (jithinjosejacob/xray-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.