clone_virtual_machine · CloudStack MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What clone_virtual_machine does on CloudStack MCP Server

AI agents use clone_virtual_machine 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 clone_virtual_machine needs a policy

Cloning creates a new resource (a copy of an existing VM), which is a reversible write operation. It does not delete or overwrite data. However, severity is high because it can consume significant compute/storage resources and may replicate sensitive configurations or data at scale if misused.

From the tool's definition 'Clone virtual machine' - creates a new VM instance by duplicating an existing one

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

clone_virtual_machine Rate-limited

clone_virtual_machine 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": {
    "clone_virtual_machine": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "clone_virtual_machine_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about clone_virtual_machine

What does the clone_virtual_machine tool do? +

Clone 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 clone_virtual_machine? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit clone_virtual_machine? +

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

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

clone_virtual_machine 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.