insert_policy_block

A write tool on the Fortimanager MCP server.

SERVERFortimanager SOURCEjmpijll/fortimanager-mcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What insert_policy_block does on Fortimanager

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

RISK

Why insert_policy_block is rated Medium

The tool inserts (creates/modifies) a firewall policy block, which is a reversible write operation. While not destructive (policies can be modified or removed), misuse could significantly impact network security posture by introducing unintended firewall rules. The high severity reflects the critical nature of firewall policy management in enterprise environments.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'insert_policy_block' indicates creation/insertion of a policy block into FortiManager. Sibling tools like 'add_policies_to_block' and 'add_ips_rule' confirm this server performs write operations on firewall policies.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs insert_policy_block safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and Fortimanager, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For insert_policy_block, this is the rule to start with:

insert_policy_block Rate-limited

insert_policy_block 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": {
    "insert_policy_block": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "insert_policy_block_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect Fortimanager, apply this rule, and every insert_policy_block call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about insert_policy_block

What does the insert_policy_block tool do? +

insert_policy_block is a write tool on the Fortimanager MCP server. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Fortimanager MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on insert_policy_block? +

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

What risk level is insert_policy_block? +

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

Can I rate-limit insert_policy_block? +

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

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

insert_policy_block is provided by the Fortimanager MCP server (jmpijll/fortimanager-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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