strings_unlock_job · Phrase MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What strings_unlock_job does on Phrase

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why strings_unlock_job needs a policy

Unlocking a job modifies the state of a resource in the Phrase Strings project, enabling further operations on that job. This is a Write operation because it changes data reversibly. Severity is medium because an unauthorized unlock could allow unwanted modifications to localization jobs, but the action is reversible and doesn't destroy data or move money.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'strings_unlock_job' and description 'Unlock a job in a Phrase Strings project' indicate a state-change operation that modifies job status. 'Unlock' is a reversible action (can be locked again), distinguishing it from destructive operations.

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Verdict

strings_unlock_job Rate-limited

strings_unlock_job 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": {
    "strings_unlock_job": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "strings_unlock_job_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about strings_unlock_job

What does the strings_unlock_job tool do? +

Unlock a job in a Phrase Strings project. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Phrase MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on strings_unlock_job? +

Register the Phrase MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for strings_unlock_job: 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_unlock_job? +

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

Can I rate-limit strings_unlock_job? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the strings_unlock_job 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_unlock_job completely? +

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

strings_unlock_job 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.