dual_create_api_key · DUAL MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What dual_create_api_key does on DUAL MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why dual_create_api_key needs a policy

This tool creates a new API key credential, which is a reversible write operation (keys can be revoked/deleted). While API keys have blast radius implications for subsequent unauthorized access if leaked, the tool itself is creating/provisioning data rather than executing financial transactions or destructive operations.

From the tool's definition Tool name: dual_create_api_key. Description: 'Create a new API key for server-to-server integration. The key value is only shown once — save it immediately.' The verb 'Create' and the action of generating credentials indicates data creation.

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Verdict

dual_create_api_key Rate-limited

dual_create_api_key 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": {
    "dual_create_api_key": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "dual_create_api_key_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 DUAL MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about dual_create_api_key

What does the dual_create_api_key tool do? +

Create a new API key for server-to-server integration. The key value is only shown once — save it immediately. It is categorised as a Write tool in the DUAL 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 dual_create_api_key? +

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

What risk level is dual_create_api_key? +

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

Can I rate-limit dual_create_api_key? +

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

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

dual_create_api_key is provided by the DUAL MCP Server MCP server (ro-ro-b/dual-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.