add_network_device · CloudStack MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What add_network_device does on CloudStack MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why add_network_device needs a policy

This tool creates or registers a new network device in CloudStack infrastructure, which is a reversible Write operation. It does not delete data (Destructive), move money (Financial), or execute arbitrary code (Execute). However, severity is high because misconfiguration of network devices could impact production infrastructure availability and security.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'add_network_device' and description 'Add a network device' indicate creation/modification of network infrastructure. CloudStack context shows this is infrastructure management API.

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Verdict

add_network_device Rate-limited

add_network_device 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_network_device": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_network_device_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 CloudStack MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about add_network_device

What does the add_network_device tool do? +

Add a network device. It is categorised as a Write tool in the CloudStack 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_network_device? +

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

What risk level is add_network_device? +

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

Can I rate-limit add_network_device? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the add_network_device 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_network_device completely? +

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

add_network_device is provided by the CloudStack MCP Server MCP server (mozg31337/cloudstack-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.