proxychains_config · Proxychains MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What proxychains_config does on Proxychains MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why proxychains_config needs a policy

This tool can modify proxychains configuration on a remote Linux host via SSH, which is a reversible but impactful change. It does not execute arbitrary code (Execute), delete data irreversibly (Destructive), or move money (Financial).

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Get or set the current proxychains configuration' - the 'set' capability indicates modification of system configuration.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

proxychains_config Rate-limited

proxychains_config 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": {
    "proxychains_config": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "proxychains_config_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 Proxychains MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about proxychains_config

What does the proxychains_config tool do? +

Get or set the current proxychains configuration including chain mode, DNS settings, and proxy list. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Proxychains 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 proxychains_config? +

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

What risk level is proxychains_config? +

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

Can I rate-limit proxychains_config? +

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

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

proxychains_config is provided by the Proxychains MCP Server MCP server (schwarztim/sec-proxychains-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.