create_gradual_vesting · Basis MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What create_gradual_vesting does on Basis MCP Server

AI agents use create_gradual_vesting to create or update resources in Basis MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Basis MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_gradual_vesting needs a policy

This tool creates a new vesting schedule, which is a reversible modification of blockchain state. It does not execute arbitrary code, delete data irreversibly, or directly move funds, placing it in Write category. However, severity is high because vesting schedules control token release in financial contexts, and misconfiguration could lock tokens or grant unintended access to significant value.

From the tool's definition Tool creates a gradual vesting schedule, which modifies blockchain state by establishing a new vesting agreement. The description explicitly states 'Create gradual vesting schedule,' indicating data creation/modification.

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Verdict

create_gradual_vesting Rate-limited

create_gradual_vesting 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": {
    "create_gradual_vesting": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_gradual_vesting_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 Basis MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about create_gradual_vesting

What does the create_gradual_vesting tool do? +

Create gradual vesting schedule. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Basis MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on create_gradual_vesting? +

Register the Basis MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for create_gradual_vesting: 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 Basis MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is create_gradual_vesting? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_gradual_vesting? +

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

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

create_gradual_vesting is provided by the Basis MCP Server MCP server (launch-on-basis/mcp-ts). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.