create_test_case_issue_link · Zephyr Scale MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What create_test_case_issue_link does on Zephyr Scale MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_test_case_issue_link needs a policy

This tool creates a new relationship/association between a test case and a Jira issue, which is a data modification operation. It does not execute external workflows, delete data irreversibly, or handle financial transactions. While it could be misused to spam or tamper with Jira issue tracking, the impact is limited to creating associations that are typically reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'create_test_case_issue_link' and description 'Create a link between a test case and a Jira issue' indicate a create/modify operation that establishes a relationship between two entities. This is reversible (links can be deleted/unlinked).

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Verdict

create_test_case_issue_link Rate-limited

create_test_case_issue_link 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": {
    "create_test_case_issue_link": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_test_case_issue_link_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about create_test_case_issue_link

What does the create_test_case_issue_link tool do? +

Create a link between a test case and a Jira issue. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Zephyr Scale 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 create_test_case_issue_link? +

Register the Zephyr Scale MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for create_test_case_issue_link: 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 Zephyr Scale MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is create_test_case_issue_link? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_test_case_issue_link? +

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

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

create_test_case_issue_link is provided by the Zephyr Scale MCP Server MCP server (metquay/zephyr-scale-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.