sitebay_create_dns_record · SiteBay MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What sitebay_create_dns_record does on SiteBay MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why sitebay_create_dns_record needs a policy

This tool creates new DNS records, which modifies domain configuration but is reversible (records can be deleted or updated). It does not destroy data, execute arbitrary commands, or move money. However, severity is high because misconfigured DNS records can cause service disruption, domain hijacking, or enable phishing attacks if an agent creates malicious records pointing to attacker infrastructure.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'sitebay_create_dns_record' and description 'Create a new DNS record (A or CNAME)' indicate data creation. The words 'Create a new' confirm write semantics. DNS records are reversible via update/deletion.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

sitebay_create_dns_record Rate-limited

sitebay_create_dns_record 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": {
    "sitebay_create_dns_record": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "sitebay_create_dns_record_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 SiteBay MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about sitebay_create_dns_record

What does the sitebay_create_dns_record tool do? +

Create a new DNS record (A or CNAME) for a nameserver-configured site. It is categorised as a Write tool in the SiteBay 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 sitebay_create_dns_record? +

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

What risk level is sitebay_create_dns_record? +

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

Can I rate-limit sitebay_create_dns_record? +

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

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

sitebay_create_dns_record is provided by the SiteBay MCP Server MCP server (sitebay/sitebay-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.