set_n2yo_api_key · N2YO Satellite Tracker MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What set_n2yo_api_key does on N2YO Satellite Tracker MCP Server

AI agents use set_n2yo_api_key to create or update resources in N2YO Satellite Tracker MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your N2YO Satellite Tracker MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_n2yo_api_key needs a policy

This tool modifies configuration by setting or updating an API key, which is a reversible write operation. It does not retrieve data (Read), execute external operations with variable effects (Execute), permanently delete anything (Destructive), or move money (Financial).

From the tool's definition Tool name 'set_n2yo_api_key' and description 'Configure N2YO API key for satellite tracking' indicate modification of configuration state (storing/updating an API key).

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

set_n2yo_api_key Rate-limited

set_n2yo_api_key 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": {
    "set_n2yo_api_key": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_n2yo_api_key_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches N2YO Satellite Tracker MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about set_n2yo_api_key

What does the set_n2yo_api_key tool do? +

Configure N2YO API key for satellite tracking. It is categorised as a Write tool in the N2YO Satellite Tracker MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on set_n2yo_api_key? +

Register the N2YO Satellite Tracker MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for set_n2yo_api_key: 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 N2YO Satellite Tracker MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is set_n2yo_api_key? +

set_n2yo_api_key is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit set_n2yo_api_key? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_n2yo_api_key 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 set_n2yo_api_key completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for set_n2yo_api_key. 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 set_n2yo_api_key? +

set_n2yo_api_key is provided by the N2YO Satellite Tracker MCP Server MCP server (maxwellcalkin/n2yo-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.