apply_cognitive_bias | PolicyLayer

WHAT IT DOES

What apply_cognitive_bias does on UX/UI Tools for React + Material UI

AI agents use apply_cognitive_bias to create or update resources in UX/UI Tools for React + Material UI — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your UX/UI Tools for React + Material UI environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why apply_cognitive_bias needs a policy

The tool applies modifications to React components by introducing cognitive bias patterns into their UX/UI design. This is a Write operation because it creates or modifies component code/configuration in a reversible manner (changes can be undone or reverted). While it affects user interface behavior, it does not execute arbitrary code, delete data, or cause financial impact.

From the tool's definition The tool description indicates it 'Aplica viés cognitivo específico para melhor UX' (applies specific cognitive bias for better UX). The sibling tools all use 'apply_*' verbs indicating modification of React components.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

apply_cognitive_bias Rate-limited

apply_cognitive_bias 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": {
    "apply_cognitive_bias": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "apply_cognitive_bias_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 UX/UI Tools for React + Material UI, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about apply_cognitive_bias

What does the apply_cognitive_bias tool do? +

Aplica viés cognitivo específico para melhor UX. It is categorised as a Write tool in the UX/UI Tools for React + Material UI MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on apply_cognitive_bias? +

Register the UX/UI Tools for React + Material UI MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for apply_cognitive_bias: 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 UX/UI Tools for React + Material UI. Nothing to install.

What risk level is apply_cognitive_bias? +

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

Can I rate-limit apply_cognitive_bias? +

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

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

apply_cognitive_bias is provided by the UX/UI Tools for React + Material UI MCP server (marcusviniciusbarcelos/uiux-tools-react-mui). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.