mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool

Creates a DHCP address pool

SERVERMikroTik Cursor MCP SOURCEkevinpez/mikrotik-cursor-mcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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This record as markdown: /tools/kevinpez-mikrotik-cursor-mcp/mikrotik-create-dhcp-pool.md

WHAT IT DOES

What mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool does on MikroTik Cursor MCP

AI agents use mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool 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.

RISK

Why mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool is rated Medium

This tool creates (writes) a new DHCP pool configuration on a MikroTik router. While reversible via deletion, it modifies critical network infrastructure that could disrupt DHCP services for connected clients if misconfigured. The blast radius is high in a network environment where an AI agent might create overlapping pools or pools with incorrect ranges, causing IP allocation failures.

From the tool's definition Tool name indicates 'create' operation; description states 'Creates a DHCP address pool'; this modifies network configuration by adding a new DHCP pool resource.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and MikroTik Cursor MCP, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool, this is the rule to start with:

mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool Rate-limited

mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool 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_dhcp_pool": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool_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 MikroTik Cursor MCP, apply this rule, and every mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool

What does the mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool tool do? +

Creates a DHCP address pool. 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_dhcp_pool? +

Register the MikroTik Cursor MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool: 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_dhcp_pool? +

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

Can I rate-limit mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool 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_dhcp_pool completely? +

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

mikrotik_create_dhcp_pool 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.

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