mikrotik_create_watchdog_script · MikroTik Cursor MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What mikrotik_create_watchdog_script does on MikroTik Cursor MCP

AI agents use mikrotik_create_watchdog_script 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_watchdog_script needs a policy

The tool creates a new script on the MikroTik router. This is a Write operation (creating new data/configuration). However, severity is high because watchdog scripts run automatically and can have significant operational impact — a maliciously crafted or incorrect watchdog script could interfere with router stability, trigger reboots, or disrupt network connectivity.

From the tool's definition Creates a watchdog monitoring script

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

mikrotik_create_watchdog_script Rate-limited

mikrotik_create_watchdog_script 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_watchdog_script": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "mikrotik_create_watchdog_script_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_watchdog_script

What does the mikrotik_create_watchdog_script tool do? +

Creates a watchdog monitoring script. 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_watchdog_script? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit mikrotik_create_watchdog_script? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the mikrotik_create_watchdog_script 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_watchdog_script completely? +

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

mikrotik_create_watchdog_script 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.