clear_checkpoint

Clears all checkpoints or a specific checkpoint if an ID is provided.

Server Kustomize MCP mbrt/kustomize-mcp
Category Destructive
Risk class Critical
Parameters 00 required

What clear_checkpoint does on Kustomize MCP

AI agents call clear_checkpoint to permanently remove resources in Kustomize MCP — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.

Why clear_checkpoint needs a policy

Checkpoint clearing removes stored state/snapshots that are part of the checkpointing system described in the server's purpose. This is irreversible data deletion with potential blast radius if an AI agent mistakenly clears checkpoints needed for configuration management or audit trails.

From the tool's definition Tool description explicitly states 'Clears all checkpoints or a specific checkpoint' — the word 'clears' indicates irreversible deletion of data. This is a destructive operation that cannot be undone.

Questions about clear_checkpoint

What does the clear_checkpoint tool do? +

Clears all checkpoints or a specific checkpoint if an ID is provided. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Kustomize MCP MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on clear_checkpoint? +

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

What risk level is clear_checkpoint? +

clear_checkpoint is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit clear_checkpoint? +

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

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

clear_checkpoint is provided by the Kustomize MCP server (mbrt/kustomize-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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