run_modal_split · SB OGC MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What run_modal_split does on SB OGC MCP

AI agents invoke run_modal_split to trigger actions in SB OGC MCP. What it does depends on the arguments the agent supplies, and its effects often reach beyond the immediate call — builds kicked off, notifications sent, workflows started.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why run_modal_split needs a policy

This tool triggers execution of a transportation analytics process (modal split analysis) rather than merely retrieving static data. It processes input parameters to produce computed results, classifying it as Execute. Severity is medium because modal split analysis affects transportation planning and analysis but does not modify underlying data, delete records, or commit financial obligations.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'run_modal_split' suggests execution of a modal split analysis (transportation mode distribution calculation).

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Verdict

run_modal_split Rate-limited

run_modal_split stays usable, but rate-capped — a runaway agent can't fire it dozens of times a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "run_modal_split": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "run_modal_split_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about run_modal_split

What does the run_modal_split tool do? +

run_modal_split. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the SB OGC MCP MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on run_modal_split? +

Register the SB OGC MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for run_modal_split: 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 SB OGC MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is run_modal_split? +

run_modal_split is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit run_modal_split? +

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

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

run_modal_split is provided by the SB OGC MCP server (studio-bereikbaar/sb-ogc-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.