mikrotik_create_ospf_instance · MikroTik Cursor MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What mikrotik_create_ospf_instance does on MikroTik Cursor MCP

AI agents use mikrotik_create_ospf_instance 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_ospf_instance needs a policy

This tool creates a new OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) routing instance on a MikroTik router. Creating routing instances is a reversible configuration change that modifies how the router routes network traffic. While it does not delete data (ruling out Destructive) or execute arbitrary code (Execute), it does materially alter network routing behavior.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'create' and description states 'Create OSPF routing instance'. Creates routing configuration that modifies router behavior.

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Verdict

mikrotik_create_ospf_instance Rate-limited

mikrotik_create_ospf_instance 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_ospf_instance": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "mikrotik_create_ospf_instance_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_ospf_instance

What does the mikrotik_create_ospf_instance tool do? +

Create OSPF routing instance. 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_ospf_instance? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit mikrotik_create_ospf_instance? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the mikrotik_create_ospf_instance 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_ospf_instance completely? +

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

mikrotik_create_ospf_instance 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.