hetzner_update_storage_box_access_settings

WHAT IT DOES

What hetzner_update_storage_box_access_settings does on Hetzner MCP Server

AI agents use hetzner_update_storage_box_access_settings 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_access_settings needs a policy

The tool updates (modifies) protocol access settings, which is a reversible Write operation. However, severity is elevated to 'high' because misconfiguring storage box access settings could broadly expose or restrict critical data resources, enable unauthorized access, or lock out legitimate users.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'update' and description states 'Update protocol access settings for a Storage Box (SSH, Samba, WebDAV, ZFS, external reachability)'. This modifies access control configuration for a storage resource.

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Verdict

hetzner_update_storage_box_access_settings Rate-limited

hetzner_update_storage_box_access_settings 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_access_settings": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "hetzner_update_storage_box_access_settings_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about hetzner_update_storage_box_access_settings

What does the hetzner_update_storage_box_access_settings tool do? +

Update protocol access settings for a Storage Box (SSH, Samba, WebDAV, ZFS, external reachability). 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_access_settings? +

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

hetzner_update_storage_box_access_settings 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_access_settings? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the hetzner_update_storage_box_access_settings 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_access_settings completely? +

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

hetzner_update_storage_box_access_settings 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.