testmo_append_automation_run_thread

WHAT IT DOES

What testmo_append_automation_run_thread does on Testmo

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why testmo_append_automation_run_thread needs a policy

Based on the tool name, it appears to append data to an automation run thread in Testmo, which is a write/update operation. Sibling tools like testmo_create_automation_run_thread and testmo_complete_automation_run_thread suggest this tool adds data to an existing thread (e.g., test results or logs). The description is empty, so confidence is low, but 'append' strongly implies a non-destructive write operation.

From the tool's definition Tool name: testmo_append_automation_run_thread; description is empty.

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Verdict

testmo_append_automation_run_thread Rate-limited

testmo_append_automation_run_thread 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": {
    "testmo_append_automation_run_thread": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "testmo_append_automation_run_thread_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about testmo_append_automation_run_thread

What does the testmo_append_automation_run_thread tool do? +

testmo_append_automation_run_thread. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Testmo MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on testmo_append_automation_run_thread? +

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

What risk level is testmo_append_automation_run_thread? +

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

Can I rate-limit testmo_append_automation_run_thread? +

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

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

testmo_append_automation_run_thread is provided by the Testmo MCP server (strelec00/testmo-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.