pt_install_modules_batch · MCP Packet Tracer MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What pt_install_modules_batch does on MCP Packet Tracer

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why pt_install_modules_batch needs a policy

The name suggests batch installation of modules onto network devices, which is a write/configuration operation. It could potentially be destructive if it overwrites existing module configurations, but without a description, Write is the most reasonable categorization. Severity is high because batch operations on network infrastructure can have wide blast radius. Confidence is low due to empty description.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'pt_install_modules_batch' and empty description; inferred from name that it installs modules in batch on network devices in Cisco Packet Tracer.

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Verdict

pt_install_modules_batch Rate-limited

pt_install_modules_batch 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": {
    "pt_install_modules_batch": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "pt_install_modules_batch_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about pt_install_modules_batch

What does the pt_install_modules_batch tool do? +

pt_install_modules_batch. It is categorised as a Write tool in the MCP Packet Tracer MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on pt_install_modules_batch? +

Register the MCP Packet Tracer MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for pt_install_modules_batch: 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 MCP Packet Tracer. Nothing to install.

What risk level is pt_install_modules_batch? +

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

Can I rate-limit pt_install_modules_batch? +

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

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

pt_install_modules_batch is provided by the MCP Packet Tracer MCP server (mainorcruz/mcp_packet_tracer). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.