set_default_atlassian_account · Atlassian Multi MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What set_default_atlassian_account does on Atlassian Multi

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_default_atlassian_account needs a policy

This tool writes a configuration preference (default account selection) but creates no new data and causes no side effects beyond affecting future routing behavior. It is reversible—the default can be changed again. It does not delete data, execute arbitrary operations, or move funds.

From the tool's definition Tool description states it 'Set the default Atlassian account', which modifies configuration state. The word 'set' indicates modification of a user preference/setting.

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Verdict

set_default_atlassian_account Rate-limited

set_default_atlassian_account 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_default_atlassian_account": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_default_atlassian_account_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 Atlassian Multi, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about set_default_atlassian_account

What does the set_default_atlassian_account tool do? +

Set the default Atlassian account used when no site hint is given. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Atlassian Multi 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_default_atlassian_account? +

Register the Atlassian Multi MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for set_default_atlassian_account: 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 Atlassian Multi. Nothing to install.

What risk level is set_default_atlassian_account? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_default_atlassian_account? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_default_atlassian_account 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_default_atlassian_account completely? +

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

set_default_atlassian_account is provided by the Atlassian Multi MCP server (ntlongctt/atlassian-multi-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.