pressable_run_wp_cli · Pressable MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What pressable_run_wp_cli does on Pressable MCP Server

AI agents invoke pressable_run_wp_cli to trigger actions in Pressable MCP Server. What it does depends on the arguments the agent supplies, and its effects often reach beyond the immediate call — builds kicked off, notifications sent, workflows started.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why pressable_run_wp_cli needs a policy

This tool permits execution of arbitrary WP-CLI commands, which can perform read, write, destructive, and other side-effect operations depending on what command is passed. WP-CLI commands can execute PHP code, modify database records, install/remove plugins and themes, modify file permissions, and trigger external operations.

From the tool's definition "Run WP-CLI commands on a specific site" — WP-CLI is a command-line interface for WordPress that can execute arbitrary operations including code execution, database modifications, and system-level actions.

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Verdict

pressable_run_wp_cli Rate-limited

pressable_run_wp_cli stays usable, but rate-capped — a runaway agent can't fire it dozens of times a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "pressable_run_wp_cli": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "pressable_run_wp_cli_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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

FAQ

Questions about pressable_run_wp_cli

What does the pressable_run_wp_cli tool do? +

Run WP-CLI commands on a specific site. Commands are prefixed with. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Pressable MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on pressable_run_wp_cli? +

Register the Pressable MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for pressable_run_wp_cli: 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 Pressable MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is pressable_run_wp_cli? +

pressable_run_wp_cli is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit pressable_run_wp_cli? +

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

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

pressable_run_wp_cli is provided by the Pressable MCP Server MCP server (pcwprops/pressable-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.