start_kogna_conversation · Kogna MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What start_kogna_conversation does on Kogna MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why start_kogna_conversation needs a policy

This tool creates a new conversation session, which is a reversible write operation (conversations can be ended or deleted). It does not execute code, delete data, or involve financial transactions. The blast radius is low as it merely initiates a new chat session.

From the tool's definition Start a new conversation with Kogna avatars

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

start_kogna_conversation Rate-limited

start_kogna_conversation 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": {
    "start_kogna_conversation": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "start_kogna_conversation_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Instant setup, no code required.

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

FAQ

Questions about start_kogna_conversation

What does the start_kogna_conversation tool do? +

Start a new conversation with Kogna avatars. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Kogna 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 start_kogna_conversation? +

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

What risk level is start_kogna_conversation? +

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

Can I rate-limit start_kogna_conversation? +

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

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

start_kogna_conversation is provided by the Kogna MCP Server MCP server (subbu3012/kognamcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.