mikrotik_create_backup_schedule · MikroTik Cursor MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What mikrotik_create_backup_schedule does on MikroTik Cursor MCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why mikrotik_create_backup_schedule needs a policy

This tool creates a new scheduled task on the MikroTik router, which is a reversible write operation (the schedule can be removed). It modifies router configuration by adding a scheduler entry, but does not execute backups immediately or delete data. Severity is medium because misconfigured schedules could consume resources or expose backup files, but the blast radius is limited.

From the tool's definition Creates a scheduled backup task

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

mikrotik_create_backup_schedule Rate-limited

mikrotik_create_backup_schedule 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": {
    "mikrotik_create_backup_schedule": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "mikrotik_create_backup_schedule_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches MikroTik Cursor MCP, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about mikrotik_create_backup_schedule

What does the mikrotik_create_backup_schedule tool do? +

Creates a scheduled backup task. It is categorised as a Write tool in the MikroTik Cursor MCP MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on mikrotik_create_backup_schedule? +

Register the MikroTik Cursor MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for mikrotik_create_backup_schedule: 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 MikroTik Cursor MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is mikrotik_create_backup_schedule? +

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

Can I rate-limit mikrotik_create_backup_schedule? +

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

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

mikrotik_create_backup_schedule is provided by the MikroTik Cursor MCP server (kevinpez/mikrotik-cursor-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.