mikrotik_create_hotspot_user · MikroTik Cursor MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What mikrotik_create_hotspot_user does on MikroTik Cursor MCP

AI agents use mikrotik_create_hotspot_user 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_hotspot_user needs a policy

This tool creates new user accounts with authentication credentials in the hotspot system. While not destructive (data can be deleted/modified), it does irreversibly add a new identity/account to the router's access control system. Misuse by an AI agent could grant unauthorized network access to external parties.

From the tool's definition Tool name explicitly states 'create hotspot user' and description confirms 'Create hotspot user with credentials'. Creates a new user account resource in the MikroTik hotspot system.

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Verdict

mikrotik_create_hotspot_user Rate-limited

mikrotik_create_hotspot_user 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_hotspot_user": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "mikrotik_create_hotspot_user_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_hotspot_user

What does the mikrotik_create_hotspot_user tool do? +

Create hotspot user with credentials. 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_hotspot_user? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit mikrotik_create_hotspot_user? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the mikrotik_create_hotspot_user 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_hotspot_user completely? +

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

mikrotik_create_hotspot_user 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.