i18n_create_key · Shipeasy MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What i18n_create_key does on Shipeasy

AI agents use i18n_create_key to create or update resources in Shipeasy — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Shipeasy environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why i18n_create_key needs a policy

This tool creates new internationalization keys in a profile. While the operation is reversible (keys can be deleted), it modifies application configuration/translation data. The insert-only semantics prevent accidental overwrites, reducing risk.

From the tool's definition 'Add a single new key to a profile' describes creating new data. 'Insert-only: if the key already exists it is left unchanged (never overwritten)' confirms this is a creation operation with no overwrite capability, making it reversible write rather than…

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

i18n_create_key Rate-limited

i18n_create_key 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": {
    "i18n_create_key": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "i18n_create_key_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL →

Instant setup, no code required.

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Shipeasy, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about i18n_create_key

What does the i18n_create_key tool do? +

Add a single new key to a profile. Insert-only: if the key already exists it is left unchanged (never overwritten). It is categorised as a Write tool in the Shipeasy MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on i18n_create_key? +

Register the Shipeasy MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for i18n_create_key: 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 Shipeasy. Nothing to install.

What risk level is i18n_create_key? +

i18n_create_key is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit i18n_create_key? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the i18n_create_key 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 i18n_create_key completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for i18n_create_key. 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 i18n_create_key? +

i18n_create_key is provided by the Shipeasy MCP server (shipeasy-ai/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.