hydra_remove_download_source · Hydra Bridge MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What hydra_remove_download_source does on Hydra Bridge

AI agents call hydra_remove_download_source to permanently remove resources in Hydra Bridge — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why hydra_remove_download_source needs a policy

Removing a download source deletes a configured entry from the system. This action is typically irreversible without manually re-adding the source, making it Destructive. The blast radius is medium since it affects download availability but does not delete game data or files.

From the tool's definition 'Remove a download source' — removing a source is an irreversible deletion of a configured resource

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Questions about hydra_remove_download_source

What does the hydra_remove_download_source tool do? +

Remove a download source. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Hydra Bridge MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on hydra_remove_download_source? +

Register the Hydra Bridge MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for hydra_remove_download_source: 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 Hydra Bridge. Nothing to install.

What risk level is hydra_remove_download_source? +

hydra_remove_download_source is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit hydra_remove_download_source? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the hydra_remove_download_source 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 hydra_remove_download_source completely? +

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

hydra_remove_download_source is provided by the Hydra Bridge MCP server (kleirrampage45/hydra-bridge). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.