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bootstrap_start

Step 1 of 2. Emails an OTP and returns a single-use bootstrap_token plus the account_id. Token TTL 10 min. Flow: bootstrap_start → bootstrap_verify. No API key required. **When to use:** Kicking off a new seller account. The human will receive a 6-digit OTP by email; bring the code back and call...

Single-target operation

Part of the Listbee MCP server. Enforce policies on this tool with Intercept, the open-source MCP proxy.

listbee-mcp Execute Risk 3/5

AI agents invoke bootstrap_start to trigger processes or run actions in Listbee. Execute operations can have side effects beyond the immediate call -- triggering builds, sending notifications, or starting workflows. Rate limits and argument validation are essential to prevent runaway execution.

bootstrap_start can trigger processes with real-world consequences. An uncontrolled agent might start dozens of builds, send mass notifications, or kick off expensive compute jobs. Intercept enforces rate limits and validates arguments to keep execution within safe bounds.

Execute tools trigger processes. Rate-limit and validate arguments to prevent unintended side effects.

listbee.yaml
tools:
  bootstrap_start:
    rules:
      - action: allow
        rate_limit:
          max: 10
          window: 60
        validate:
          required_args: true

See the full Listbee policy for all 2 tools.

Tool Name bootstrap_start
Category Execute
MCP Server Listbee MCP Server
Risk Level High

Agents calling execute-class tools like bootstrap_start have been implicated in these attack patterns. Read the full case and prevention policy for each:

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Other tools in the Execute risk category across the catalogue. The same policy patterns (rate-limit, validate) apply to each.

bootstrap_start is one of the high-risk operations in Listbee. For the full severity-focused view — only the high-risk tools with their recommended policies — see the breakdown for this server, or browse all high-risk tools across every MCP server.

What does the bootstrap_start tool do? +

Step 1 of 2. Emails an OTP and returns a single-use bootstrap_token plus the account_id. Token TTL 10 min. Flow: bootstrap_start → bootstrap_verify. No API key required. **When to use:** Kicking off a new seller account. The human will receive a 6-digit OTP by email; bring the code back and call bootstrap_verify. **Tips:** - Human interaction required: ask for their email, then tell them to check inbox - bootstrap_token expires in 10 minutes — call bootstrap_verify promptly - Disposable email domains are blocked **Note:** This action requires human intervention. You cannot complete it yourself.. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Listbee MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on bootstrap_start? +

Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for bootstrap_start. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the Listbee MCP server.

What risk level is bootstrap_start? +

bootstrap_start is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit bootstrap_start? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the bootstrap_start rule in your Intercept 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 bootstrap_start completely? +

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for bootstrap_start. 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 bootstrap_start? +

bootstrap_start is provided by the Listbee MCP server (listbee-mcp). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

Enforce policies on Listbee

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