hetzner_update_storage_box · Hetzner MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What hetzner_update_storage_box does on Hetzner MCP Server

AI agents use hetzner_update_storage_box 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_update_storage_box needs a policy

This tool modifies storage box properties (name, labels, auto-delete setting) but does not delete data irreversibly or execute arbitrary code. These changes are reversible: names and labels can be changed again, and auto-delete can be toggled back on or off. It falls squarely in the Write category.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Update a Storage Box (rename, change labels, or toggle auto-delete)' — all reversible modifications to metadata and settings.

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Verdict

hetzner_update_storage_box Rate-limited

hetzner_update_storage_box 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_update_storage_box": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "hetzner_update_storage_box_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about hetzner_update_storage_box

What does the hetzner_update_storage_box tool do? +

Update a Storage Box (rename, change labels, or toggle auto-delete). 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_update_storage_box? +

Register the Hetzner MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for hetzner_update_storage_box: 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_update_storage_box? +

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

Can I rate-limit hetzner_update_storage_box? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the hetzner_update_storage_box 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_update_storage_box completely? +

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

hetzner_update_storage_box 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.