bulk_trigger_backup · Ppdm MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What bulk_trigger_backup does on Ppdm

AI agents invoke bulk_trigger_backup to trigger actions in Ppdm. What it does depends on the arguments the agent supplies, and its effects often reach beyond the immediate call — builds kicked off, notifications sent, workflows started.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why bulk_trigger_backup needs a policy

This tool executes backup operations across multiple assets simultaneously. While backups are generally reversible and protective in intent, the tool still triggers external system operations whose scope and impact are determined by user-supplied arguments (filter, policy). This fits Execute rather than Write because it invokes system operations rather than creating/modifying backup configurations.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'bulk_trigger_backup' combined with description 'Trigger on-demand backup for all assets matching an optional filter under a named policy' indicates execution of backup operations at scale.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

bulk_trigger_backup Rate-limited

bulk_trigger_backup stays usable, but rate-capped — a runaway agent can't fire it dozens of times a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "bulk_trigger_backup": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "bulk_trigger_backup_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about bulk_trigger_backup

What does the bulk_trigger_backup tool do? +

Trigger on-demand backup for all assets matching an optional filter under a named policy. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Ppdm MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on bulk_trigger_backup? +

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

What risk level is bulk_trigger_backup? +

bulk_trigger_backup is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit bulk_trigger_backup? +

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

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

bulk_trigger_backup is provided by the Ppdm MCP server (moodswing9/ppdm-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.