redmine_create_issue · Redmine MCP server for Cursor MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What redmine_create_issue does on Redmine MCP server for Cursor

AI agents use redmine_create_issue to create or update resources in Redmine MCP server for Cursor — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Redmine MCP server for Cursor environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why redmine_create_issue needs a policy

This tool creates new issues in Redmine, a reversible operation that modifies the system state. It falls under Write category as it adds data that can be subsequently updated or deleted. Severity is medium because malicious issue creation could spam the system or pollute project tracking, but the impact is contained to the Redmine instance and reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'create' and description states 'Create an issue', which creates new data in the Redmine instance.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

redmine_create_issue Rate-limited

redmine_create_issue 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": {
    "redmine_create_issue": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "redmine_create_issue_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 Redmine MCP server for Cursor, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about redmine_create_issue

What does the redmine_create_issue tool do? +

Create an issue. Use extra_fields_json for custom_fields or rare attributes. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Redmine MCP server for Cursor MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on redmine_create_issue? +

Register the Redmine MCP server for Cursor MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for redmine_create_issue: 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 Redmine MCP server for Cursor. Nothing to install.

What risk level is redmine_create_issue? +

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

Can I rate-limit redmine_create_issue? +

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

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

redmine_create_issue is provided by the Redmine MCP server for Cursor MCP server (mrajibh/redmine-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.