wp_term_create · Wp Cli MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What wp_term_create does on Wp Cli

AI agents use wp_term_create to create or update resources in Wp Cli — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Wp Cli environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why wp_term_create needs a policy

This tool performs a reversible write operation—it creates new taxonomy terms (categories, tags, or custom taxonomies) which are stored in the database but can be deleted or modified. The severity is 'medium' rather than 'high' because while it modifies WordPress taxonomy data structure, it does not directly impact user-facing content, financial operations, or enable arbitrary code execution.

From the tool's definition Tool creates a new term in a taxonomy (category, tag, or custom taxonomy). The description explicitly states 'Create a new term', which is a write operation that adds data to WordPress taxonomy structures.

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Verdict

wp_term_create Rate-limited

wp_term_create 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": {
    "wp_term_create": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "wp_term_create_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about wp_term_create

What does the wp_term_create tool do? +

Create a new term in a taxonomy (category, tag, or custom taxonomy). It is categorised as a Write tool in the Wp Cli MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on wp_term_create? +

Register the Wp Cli MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for wp_term_create: 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 Wp Cli. Nothing to install.

What risk level is wp_term_create? +

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

Can I rate-limit wp_term_create? +

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

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

wp_term_create is provided by the Wp Cli MCP server (mvtandas/wp-cli-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.