add_traffic_type · CloudStack MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What add_traffic_type does on CloudStack MCP Server

AI agents use add_traffic_type 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_traffic_type needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies network infrastructure by adding a traffic type to a physical network. While it doesn't delete data (Destructive) or execute arbitrary code (Execute), it does make structural changes to the infrastructure that are reversible through removal operations.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'add_traffic_type' and description 'Add a traffic type to a physical network' indicate a create/modify operation on infrastructure configuration. This creates a new traffic type resource within the network infrastructure.

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Verdict

add_traffic_type Rate-limited

add_traffic_type 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_traffic_type": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_traffic_type_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about add_traffic_type

What does the add_traffic_type tool do? +

Add a traffic type to a physical network. 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_traffic_type? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit add_traffic_type? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the add_traffic_type 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_traffic_type completely? +

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

add_traffic_type 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.