vicon_connect_multicast · Vicon DataStream MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What vicon_connect_multicast does on Vicon DataStream MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why vicon_connect_multicast needs a policy

This tool establishes a network connection to a Vicon motion capture server using multicast. It creates a new connection state (Write category), but does not delete data or execute arbitrary code. Misuse could disrupt motion capture sessions or establish unauthorized connections to the capture system, hence medium severity.

From the tool's definition 通过 Multicast 连接到 Vicon Server (Connect to Vicon Server via Multicast)

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Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

vicon_connect_multicast Rate-limited

vicon_connect_multicast 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": {
    "vicon_connect_multicast": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "vicon_connect_multicast_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 Vicon DataStream MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about vicon_connect_multicast

What does the vicon_connect_multicast tool do? +

通过 Multicast 连接到 Vicon Server. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Vicon DataStream 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 vicon_connect_multicast? +

Register the Vicon DataStream MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for vicon_connect_multicast: 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 Vicon DataStream MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is vicon_connect_multicast? +

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

Can I rate-limit vicon_connect_multicast? +

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

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

vicon_connect_multicast is provided by the Vicon DataStream MCP Server MCP server (ros-claw/vicon-datastream-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.