blawx_question_update · Blawx MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What blawx_question_update does on Blawx MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why blawx_question_update needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies data reversibly by replacing question objects in a rule-based logic system. While it affects stored data, the operation is not irreversible (questions can be updated again or restored), and it does not execute arbitrary code, delete data permanently, or move financial assets.

From the tool's definition Tool name indicates 'update' operation (PUT request); description states 'Replace a question', which modifies existing data in the Blawx system.

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Verdict

blawx_question_update Rate-limited

blawx_question_update 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": {
    "blawx_question_update": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "blawx_question_update_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 Blawx MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about blawx_question_update

What does the blawx_question_update tool do? +

Replace a question (PUT). It is categorised as a Write tool in the Blawx 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 blawx_question_update? +

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

What risk level is blawx_question_update? +

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

Can I rate-limit blawx_question_update? +

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

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

blawx_question_update is provided by the Blawx MCP Server MCP server (lexpedite/blawx_mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.