set_user_security_policy · CloudStack MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What set_user_security_policy does on CloudStack MCP Server

AI agents use set_user_security_policy 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 set_user_security_policy needs a policy

This tool modifies security policies and settings, which are reversible changes (policies can be reconfigured). It does not delete data (Destructive), move money (Financial), or execute arbitrary code (Execute).

From the tool's definition Tool name 'set_user_security_policy' and description 'Configure user security settings and policies' indicate modification of security configurations. The verb 'set' and 'configure' denote state changes rather than deletion or irreversible destruction.

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Verdict

set_user_security_policy Rate-limited

set_user_security_policy 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": {
    "set_user_security_policy": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_user_security_policy_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 set_user_security_policy

What does the set_user_security_policy tool do? +

Configure user security settings and policies. 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 set_user_security_policy? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit set_user_security_policy? +

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

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

set_user_security_policy 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.