tor_configure_filters · Tor MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What tor_configure_filters does on Tor MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why tor_configure_filters needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies configuration data (content filtering settings) in a reversible manner. It does not execute arbitrary commands, delete data, or trigger financial transactions.

From the tool's definition Tool name is 'tor_configure_filters' and description states 'Configure content filtering settings'. The word 'Configure' indicates modification of settings rather than mere retrieval.

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Verdict

tor_configure_filters Rate-limited

tor_configure_filters 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": {
    "tor_configure_filters": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "tor_configure_filters_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 Tor MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about tor_configure_filters

What does the tor_configure_filters tool do? +

Configure content filtering settings. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Tor MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on tor_configure_filters? +

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

What risk level is tor_configure_filters? +

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

Can I rate-limit tor_configure_filters? +

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

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

tor_configure_filters is provided by the Tor MCP Server MCP server (pjv4yj/tor-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.