snapshot_create · Sfgraph MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What snapshot_create does on Sfgraph

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why snapshot_create needs a policy

The tool creates a new snapshot (a saved state of the graph), which is a write operation. It does not delete or overwrite existing data, it does not execute code or commands, and has no financial implications. Misuse could create unwanted/stale snapshots consuming storage, but the blast radius is moderate.

From the tool's definition Create a graph snapshot for an org

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Verdict

snapshot_create Rate-limited

snapshot_create 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": {
    "snapshot_create": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "snapshot_create_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 Sfgraph, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about snapshot_create

What does the snapshot_create tool do? +

Create a graph snapshot for an org. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Sfgraph MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on snapshot_create? +

Register the Sfgraph MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for snapshot_create: 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 Sfgraph. Nothing to install.

What risk level is snapshot_create? +

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

Can I rate-limit snapshot_create? +

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

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

snapshot_create is provided by the Sfgraph MCP server (ryanstark24/sfgraph). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.