agenda_set_goals · VibeServe MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What agenda_set_goals does on VibeServe

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why agenda_set_goals needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies configuration/goal data within VibeServe's agentic system. While it establishes constraints that guide agent behavior, it does not execute external operations, delete data irreversibly, or move funds. The effect is reversible (goals can be redefined).

From the tool's definition Tool description states it will 'Define your business objectives, priorities, and constraints' — defining/setting represents data creation and modification that is reversible through updates or overrides.

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Verdict

agenda_set_goals Rate-limited

agenda_set_goals 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": {
    "agenda_set_goals": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "agenda_set_goals_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Instant setup, no code required.

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches VibeServe, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about agenda_set_goals

What does the agenda_set_goals tool do? +

Define your business objectives, priorities, and constraints for VibeServe agents to work against. It is categorised as a Write tool in the VibeServe MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on agenda_set_goals? +

Register the VibeServe MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for agenda_set_goals: 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 VibeServe. Nothing to install.

What risk level is agenda_set_goals? +

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

Can I rate-limit agenda_set_goals? +

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

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

agenda_set_goals is provided by the VibeServe MCP server (ncsound919/vibeserve). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.