add_functional_test · Mipiti MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What add_functional_test does on Mipiti MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why add_functional_test needs a policy

The 'add_' prefix universally signals write/create operations. This tool creates functional test entries within a security posture management system. While it modifies data, it is reversible (tests can be removed or updated) and has no destructive or financial implications.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'add_functional_test' with 'add' prefix indicates creation of a new functional test record. Description is empty, but naming pattern and sibling tools (add_asset, add_assumption, add_evidence, etc.) all create/modify data in the Mipiti security…

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

add_functional_test Rate-limited

add_functional_test 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": {
    "add_functional_test": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_functional_test_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about add_functional_test

What does the add_functional_test tool do? +

add_functional_test. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Mipiti 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 add_functional_test? +

Register the Mipiti MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for add_functional_test: 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 Mipiti MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is add_functional_test? +

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

Can I rate-limit add_functional_test? +

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

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

add_functional_test is provided by the Mipiti MCP Server MCP server (mipiti/mipiti-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.