mikrotik_disable_address_list_entry

WHAT IT DOES

What mikrotik_disable_address_list_entry does on MikroTik Cursor MCP

AI agents use mikrotik_disable_address_list_entry 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_disable_address_list_entry needs a policy

This tool modifies router configuration by disabling firewall address list entries, which affects network filtering and security policies. It is reversible (can be re-enabled), making it Write rather than Destructive. The severity is high because disabling address lists can expose networks to unwanted traffic or security breaches, with blast radius affecting network infrastructure and traffic filtering.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'mikrotik_disable_address_list_entry' and description 'Disables an address list entry' indicate a state modification operation that changes firewall/filtering behavior on a MikroTik router.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

mikrotik_disable_address_list_entry Rate-limited

mikrotik_disable_address_list_entry 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_disable_address_list_entry": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "mikrotik_disable_address_list_entry_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_disable_address_list_entry

What does the mikrotik_disable_address_list_entry tool do? +

Disables an address list entry. 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_disable_address_list_entry? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit mikrotik_disable_address_list_entry? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the mikrotik_disable_address_list_entry 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_disable_address_list_entry completely? +

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

mikrotik_disable_address_list_entry 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.