flexsim_set_parameter · FlexSim MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What flexsim_set_parameter does on FlexSim MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why flexsim_set_parameter needs a policy

This tool modifies simulation parameters, which is a reversible write operation. It does not execute arbitrary code (Execute), delete data (Destructive), or move money (Financial). The severity is medium because misconfiguration of parameters could affect simulation results and downstream decisions, but the change can be undone by setting parameters back to original values.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'flexsim_set_parameter' and description '设置模型参数' (Chinese: 'set model parameter') indicate modification of simulation model parameters. This is a state-changing operation that creates or modifies data within the FlexSim simulation engine.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

flexsim_set_parameter Rate-limited

flexsim_set_parameter 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": {
    "flexsim_set_parameter": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "flexsim_set_parameter_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 FlexSim MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about flexsim_set_parameter

What does the flexsim_set_parameter tool do? +

设置模型参数. It is categorised as a Write tool in the FlexSim 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 flexsim_set_parameter? +

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

What risk level is flexsim_set_parameter? +

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

Can I rate-limit flexsim_set_parameter? +

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

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

flexsim_set_parameter is provided by the FlexSim MCP Server MCP server (quqbaku/flexsim-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.