set_object_meta_field

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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This record as markdown: /tools/jmpijll-fortimanager-mcp/set-object-meta-field.md

WHAT IT DOES

What set_object_meta_field does on Fortimanager

AI agents use set_object_meta_field 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 set_object_meta_field is rated Medium

The tool performs a reversible modification operation (setting metadata) rather than deletion or code execution. While FortiManager is a security appliance configuration platform where metadata changes could have downstream effects on firewall rules or policies, the operation itself is Write-category.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'set_object_meta_field' indicates modification of metadata attributes on objects within FortiManager. The verb 'set' denotes a write operation. No description provided, reducing confidence.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs set_object_meta_field 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 set_object_meta_field, this is the rule to start with:

set_object_meta_field Rate-limited

set_object_meta_field 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": {
    "set_object_meta_field": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_object_meta_field_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 set_object_meta_field call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about set_object_meta_field

What does the set_object_meta_field tool do? +

set_object_meta_field 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 set_object_meta_field? +

Register the Fortimanager MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for set_object_meta_field: 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 set_object_meta_field? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_object_meta_field? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_object_meta_field 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_object_meta_field completely? +

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

set_object_meta_field 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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