create_operation · Directus MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What create_operation does on Directus MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_operation needs a policy

This tool creates a new operation object in Directus, which is a reversible write action. Operations are part of Directus workflow automation, so misuse could affect automated workflows, but the action itself is a standard create/write operation with no irreversible destruction or financial implications.

From the tool's definition 'Create a new operation in Directus' - creates a new resource (operation) with provided data including name, key, type, and optional configuration

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Verdict

create_operation Rate-limited

create_operation 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": {
    "create_operation": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_operation_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about create_operation

What does the create_operation tool do? +

Create a new operation in Directus. Provide the operation data including name, key, type, and optional configuration. Example: {name:. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Directus 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 create_operation? +

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

What risk level is create_operation? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_operation? +

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

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

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