hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount

WHAT IT DOES

What hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount does on Hetzner MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount needs a policy

This tool creates a new storage box subaccount with auto-generated credentials, enabling access to cloud storage resources. While reversible (subaccounts can be deleted), it modifies infrastructure by adding new access accounts and authentication methods. This is a Write operation (creates resources) rather than Read (no queries) or Destructive (can be undone by deletion).

From the tool's definition Tool name indicates 'create' operation; description states 'Create a new subaccount for a Storage Box' with auto-generated credentials and protocol configuration. This creates new resources and credentials with persistent effects.

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Verdict

hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount Rate-limited

hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount 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": {
    "hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount

What does the hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount tool do? +

Create a new subaccount for a Storage Box. The subaccount gets an auto-generated username (e.g., u12345-sub1). Use access settings to configure which protocols the subaccount can use. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Hetzner 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 hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount? +

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

What risk level is hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount? +

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

Can I rate-limit hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount? +

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

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

hetzner_create_storage_box_subaccount is provided by the Hetzner MCP Server MCP server (jurislm/hetzner-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.