create_vm_schedule · CloudStack MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What create_vm_schedule does on CloudStack MCP Server

AI agents use create_vm_schedule 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 create_vm_schedule needs a policy

This tool creates a schedule for a virtual machine, which is a reversible write operation. It does not execute commands, delete data, or involve financial transactions. Schedules can typically be modified or removed, making this a Write category action. Medium severity because misconfigured VM schedules could impact VM availability and operations.

From the tool's definition create_vm_schedule - 'Create virtual machine schedule'

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Verdict

create_vm_schedule Rate-limited

create_vm_schedule 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": {
    "create_vm_schedule": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_vm_schedule_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about create_vm_schedule

What does the create_vm_schedule tool do? +

Create virtual machine schedule. 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 create_vm_schedule? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit create_vm_schedule? +

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

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

create_vm_schedule 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.