gandi_cert_add_tag · Gandi MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What gandi_cert_add_tag does on Gandi

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why gandi_cert_add_tag needs a policy

The tool adds a tag to a certificate, which is a reversible metadata modification. This is a Write operation (creates/modifies data) rather than Read (no side effects), Execute (no code execution), Destructive (reversible), Financial (no money involved), or Other. Severity is low because tagging has minimal blast radius — it cannot compromise certificate functionality, expose sensitive data, or cause system damage.

From the tool's definition Add a single operator-defined tag to a certificate — this operation creates or modifies metadata on an existing certificate without deleting or overwriting core certificate data.

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Verdict

gandi_cert_add_tag Rate-limited

gandi_cert_add_tag 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": {
    "gandi_cert_add_tag": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "gandi_cert_add_tag_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 Gandi, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about gandi_cert_add_tag

What does the gandi_cert_add_tag tool do? +

Add a single operator-defined tag to a certificate. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Gandi MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on gandi_cert_add_tag? +

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

What risk level is gandi_cert_add_tag? +

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

Can I rate-limit gandi_cert_add_tag? +

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

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

gandi_cert_add_tag is provided by the Gandi MCP server (millsymills-com/gandi-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.