add_resource_detail · CloudStack MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What add_resource_detail does on CloudStack MCP Server

AI agents use add_resource_detail 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_resource_detail needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies resource metadata/details on a virtual machine, which is a reversible write operation. It does not execute arbitrary commands, delete data, or commit financial transactions.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'add_resource_detail' and description 'Add resource detail to virtual machine' indicate a create/modify operation that appends metadata or configuration to an existing resource.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

add_resource_detail Rate-limited

add_resource_detail 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_resource_detail": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_resource_detail_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about add_resource_detail

What does the add_resource_detail tool do? +

Add resource detail to virtual machine. 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_resource_detail? +

Register the CloudStack MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for add_resource_detail: 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_resource_detail? +

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

Can I rate-limit add_resource_detail? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the add_resource_detail 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_resource_detail completely? +

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

add_resource_detail 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.

// THE FULL RECORD

add_resource_detail is one line of CloudStack MCP Server's registry record.

The record carries the whole server: verified identity, auth posture, risk grade, every tool classified, recommended policy — re-checked continuously.

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