process_update_task_runner_config

WHAT IT DOES

What process_update_task_runner_config does on Promethean OS MCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why process_update_task_runner_config needs a policy

The tool modifies task runner configuration data, which is a reversible Write operation. It affects system behavior but is not Destructive (single key update, not deletion), not Execute (doesn't run arbitrary code or commands), and not Financial.

From the tool's definition Tool name describes updating configuration: 'process_update_task_runner_config'. Description states it updates 'a single key in the task runner configuration.' This is a write operation that modifies configuration state.

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Verdict

process_update_task_runner_config Rate-limited

process_update_task_runner_config 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": {
    "process_update_task_runner_config": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "process_update_task_runner_config_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about process_update_task_runner_config

What does the process_update_task_runner_config tool do? +

Update a single key in the task runner configuration. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Promethean OS MCP MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on process_update_task_runner_config? +

Register the Promethean OS MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for process_update_task_runner_config: 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 Promethean OS MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is process_update_task_runner_config? +

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

Can I rate-limit process_update_task_runner_config? +

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

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

process_update_task_runner_config is provided by the Promethean OS MCP server (octave-commons/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.