proxychains_import · Proxychains MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What proxychains_import does on Proxychains MCP Server

AI agents use proxychains_import 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_import needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies proxy chain configuration by importing proxy data from external sources. While it doesn't delete data (not Destructive), it does persistently alter the system's proxy configuration state in a reversible manner.

From the tool's definition Tool description states it 'Import proxies from a file or URL', which involves reading external data and loading it into the proxychains configuration. The verb 'import' indicates data ingestion that modifies the local proxy chain state.

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Verdict

proxychains_import Rate-limited

proxychains_import 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_import": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "proxychains_import_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Instant setup, no code required.

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_import

What does the proxychains_import tool do? +

Import proxies from a file or URL. Supports common proxy list formats. 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_import? +

Register the Proxychains MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for proxychains_import: 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_import? +

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

Can I rate-limit proxychains_import? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the proxychains_import 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_import completely? +

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

proxychains_import 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.