swarm_git_commit · Mcp Swarm MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What swarm_git_commit does on Mcp Swarm

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why swarm_git_commit needs a policy

Git commits modify repository history and code state reversibly—they can be amended or reverted, making this a Write operation rather than Destructive. However, the severity is high because a malicious agent could commit harmful code, secrets, or introduce vulnerabilities into a codebase. The tool operates on a shared repository where commits affect team workflows and deployed systems, amplifying blast radius.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'swarm_git_commit' and description '提交代码变更' (commit code changes) indicates creation/modification of version control state through a commit operation.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

swarm_git_commit Rate-limited

swarm_git_commit 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": {
    "swarm_git_commit": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "swarm_git_commit_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL →

Instant setup, no code required.

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Mcp Swarm, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about swarm_git_commit

What does the swarm_git_commit tool do? +

提交代码变更。. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Mcp Swarm MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on swarm_git_commit? +

Register the Mcp Swarm MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for swarm_git_commit: 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 Mcp Swarm. Nothing to install.

What risk level is swarm_git_commit? +

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

Can I rate-limit swarm_git_commit? +

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

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

swarm_git_commit is provided by the Mcp Swarm MCP server (moselu/mcp-swarm). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.