tb_add_task · Forgespec MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What tb_add_task does on Forgespec

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why tb_add_task needs a policy

This tool creates new task entities within a task board, modifying the board's state by adding structured data (spec reference and acceptance criteria). This is reversible write operation (tasks can presumably be removed or edited), not a read, destructive, execute, or financial action.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'tb_add_task' and description 'Add a task to an existing board' indicates creation of new task records in a task board system.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

tb_add_task Rate-limited

tb_add_task 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": {
    "tb_add_task": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "tb_add_task_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about tb_add_task

What does the tb_add_task tool do? +

Add a task to an existing board. Every task should reference a spec and have acceptance criteria. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Forgespec MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on tb_add_task? +

Register the Forgespec MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for tb_add_task: 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 Forgespec. Nothing to install.

What risk level is tb_add_task? +

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

Can I rate-limit tb_add_task? +

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

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

tb_add_task is provided by the Forgespec MCP server (lleontor705/forgespec-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.