gcnv_backup_restore | PolicyLayer

WHAT IT DOES

What gcnv_backup_restore does on Google Cloud NetApp Volumes MCP Server

AI agents use gcnv_backup_restore to create or update resources in Google Cloud NetApp Volumes MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Google Cloud NetApp Volumes MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why gcnv_backup_restore needs a policy

The tool performs a restore operation that creates new volumes or modifies existing ones by applying backup data. This is a Write operation because it modifies data state reversibly. Severity is high because misconfigured restores could overwrite production data or create unintended volumes consuming storage resources.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'gcnv_backup_restore' and description 'Restores a backup to a new or existing volume' indicate data modification operations.

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Verdict

gcnv_backup_restore Rate-limited

gcnv_backup_restore 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": {
    "gcnv_backup_restore": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "gcnv_backup_restore_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about gcnv_backup_restore

What does the gcnv_backup_restore tool do? +

Restores a backup to a new or existing volume. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Google Cloud NetApp Volumes 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 gcnv_backup_restore? +

Register the Google Cloud NetApp Volumes MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for gcnv_backup_restore: 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 Google Cloud NetApp Volumes MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is gcnv_backup_restore? +

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

Can I rate-limit gcnv_backup_restore? +

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

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

gcnv_backup_restore is provided by the Google Cloud NetApp Volumes MCP Server MCP server (netapp/gcnv-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.