strings_activate_repo_sync · Phrase MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What strings_activate_repo_sync does on Phrase

AI agents invoke strings_activate_repo_sync to trigger actions in Phrase. 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 strings_activate_repo_sync needs a policy

This tool triggers an operational state change that enables automated external operations (imports triggered by repository pushes, import/export of translations). It activates a system integration that causes ongoing side effects depending on repository activity, making it an Execute-category action. Misuse could cause unintended mass import/export of translation data across systems.

From the tool's definition Activate a deactivated Repo Sync. Active syncs can be used to import and export translations, and imports are automatically triggered by pushes to the repository if configured.

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Verdict

strings_activate_repo_sync Rate-limited

strings_activate_repo_sync 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": {
    "strings_activate_repo_sync": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "strings_activate_repo_sync_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about strings_activate_repo_sync

What does the strings_activate_repo_sync tool do? +

Activate a deactivated Repo Sync. Active syncs can be used to import and export translations, and imports are automatically triggered by pushes to the repository if configured. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Phrase MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on strings_activate_repo_sync? +

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

What risk level is strings_activate_repo_sync? +

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

Can I rate-limit strings_activate_repo_sync? +

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

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

strings_activate_repo_sync is provided by the Phrase MCP server (phrase-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.