clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes

Patch ClearPass endpoint attributes by MAC for lab workflows.

SERVERAPI-Central SOURCEsecure-ssid/centralmcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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This record as markdown: /tools/secure-ssid-centralmcp/clearpass-update-endpoint-attributes.md

WHAT IT DOES

What clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes does on API-Central

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

RISK

Why clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes is rated Medium

This tool modifies ClearPass endpoint attributes, which affects network access control configuration and endpoint properties. While not irreversible (Destructive) or code execution (Execute), it creates/modifies data that could impact network access policies, authentication states, or device registration.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Patch ClearPass endpoint attributes by MAC', indicating modification of endpoint data in ClearPass (HPE network access control system). The verb 'patch' and mention of 'update' in the tool name confirm write/modification capability.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and API-Central, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes, this is the rule to start with:

clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes Rate-limited

clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes 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": {
    "clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect API-Central, apply this rule, and every clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes

What does the clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes tool do? +

Patch ClearPass endpoint attributes by MAC for lab workflows. It is categorised as a Write tool in the API-Central MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes? +

Register the API-Central MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes: 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 API-Central. Nothing to install.

What risk level is clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes? +

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

Can I rate-limit clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes? +

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

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

clearpass_update_endpoint_attributes is provided by the API-Central MCP server (secure-ssid/centralmcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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