whm_cphulk_unblock_ip · ItchWHM MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What whm_cphulk_unblock_ip does on ItchWHMMCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why whm_cphulk_unblock_ip needs a policy

This tool modifies security configuration by removing IP blocks from cPHulk (cPanel's brute force protection). While it is reversible (the IP can be re-blocked), unblocking an IP that was blocked due to brute force attempts could expose the server to attacks.

From the tool's definition Remove cPHulk login history blocks for an IP address

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

whm_cphulk_unblock_ip Rate-limited

whm_cphulk_unblock_ip 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": {
    "whm_cphulk_unblock_ip": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "whm_cphulk_unblock_ip_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Instant setup, no code required.

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches ItchWHMMCP, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about whm_cphulk_unblock_ip

What does the whm_cphulk_unblock_ip tool do? +

Remove cPHulk login history blocks for an IP address. It is categorised as a Write tool in the ItchWHMMCP MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on whm_cphulk_unblock_ip? +

Register the ItchWHM MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for whm_cphulk_unblock_ip: 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 ItchWHMMCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is whm_cphulk_unblock_ip? +

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

Can I rate-limit whm_cphulk_unblock_ip? +

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

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

whm_cphulk_unblock_ip is provided by the ItchWHM MCP server (manofsadness/itchwhmmcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.