flexsim_export_results · FlexSim MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What flexsim_export_results does on FlexSim MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why flexsim_export_results needs a policy

This tool writes simulation results to a file system, which is a reversible operation (exported files can be deleted or overwritten). It does not execute arbitrary code, delete data, or move financial assets.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'flexsim_export_results' and description 'Export simulation results to file' indicate creation/output of data to files without modification or deletion of existing data.

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Verdict

flexsim_export_results Rate-limited

flexsim_export_results 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": {
    "flexsim_export_results": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "flexsim_export_results_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 FlexSim MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about flexsim_export_results

What does the flexsim_export_results tool do? +

Export simulation results to file. It is categorised as a Write tool in the FlexSim 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 flexsim_export_results? +

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

What risk level is flexsim_export_results? +

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

Can I rate-limit flexsim_export_results? +

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

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

flexsim_export_results is provided by the FlexSim MCP Server MCP server (sethgame/mcp_flexsim). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.