gandi_domain_set_nameservers · Gandi MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What gandi_domain_set_nameservers does on Gandi

AI agents use gandi_domain_set_nameservers 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_domain_set_nameservers needs a policy

Setting nameservers is a reversible modification operation that changes domain configuration but does not delete data or trigger external code execution. This is a Write-class action. Severity is high because misconfiguration of nameservers can disrupt DNS resolution and service availability, though the action itself is reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'gandi_domain_set_nameservers' indicates modification of domain nameserver records. The verb 'set' denotes altering configuration. Description is empty, limiting certainty.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

gandi_domain_set_nameservers Rate-limited

gandi_domain_set_nameservers 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_domain_set_nameservers": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "gandi_domain_set_nameservers_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_domain_set_nameservers

What does the gandi_domain_set_nameservers tool do? +

gandi_domain_set_nameservers. 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_domain_set_nameservers? +

Register the Gandi MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for gandi_domain_set_nameservers: 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_domain_set_nameservers? +

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

Can I rate-limit gandi_domain_set_nameservers? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the gandi_domain_set_nameservers 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_domain_set_nameservers completely? +

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

gandi_domain_set_nameservers 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.