tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand

WHAT IT DOES

What tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand does on Phrase

AI agents use tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand 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 tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand needs a policy

This tool creates a new project resource within the Phrase TMS system. While reversible (projects can be deleted), it modifies the system state by adding a new entity. This is a classic Write operation. Severity is medium because creating unwanted projects could clutter the system and consume resources, but lacks the irreversibility of Destructive actions or financial impact.

From the tool's definition Tool description explicitly states it 'creating a TMS project from a template' and uses POST endpoint, indicating data creation operation

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand Rate-limited

tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand 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": {
    "tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand_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 Phrase, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand

What does the tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand tool do? +

PREFERRED tool for creating a TMS project from a template in conversational/interactive contexts. Accepts a template name, partial name, UID, or numeric ID, no lookup step needed. Returns an error if the identifier is ambiguous (multiple matches) or not found. (POST /api2/v2/projects/applyTemplate/{templateUid}). 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 tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand? +

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

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

tms_create_project_from_template_shorthand 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.