assign_sdwan_template_bulk · FortiManager MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What assign_sdwan_template_bulk does on FortiManager MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why assign_sdwan_template_bulk needs a policy

This tool modifies SD-WAN template assignments across multiple devices, which constitutes Write-category functionality—creating or modifying data reversibly. While the changes are reversible (templates can be reassigned or removed), the bulk nature and criticality of SD-WAN configuration in production networks elevates severity to 'high'.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'assign_sdwan_template_bulk' and description 'Assign an SD-WAN template to multiple devices' indicate modification of device configurations at scale. The 'assign' verb and 'bulk' qualifier show reversible changes to multiple network devices.

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Verdict

assign_sdwan_template_bulk Rate-limited

assign_sdwan_template_bulk 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": {
    "assign_sdwan_template_bulk": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "assign_sdwan_template_bulk_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about assign_sdwan_template_bulk

What does the assign_sdwan_template_bulk tool do? +

Assign an SD-WAN template to multiple devices. It is categorised as a Write tool in the FortiManager 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 assign_sdwan_template_bulk? +

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

What risk level is assign_sdwan_template_bulk? +

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

Can I rate-limit assign_sdwan_template_bulk? +

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

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

assign_sdwan_template_bulk is provided by the FortiManager MCP Server MCP server (rstierli/fortimanager-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.