add_keywords_bulk · SurfRank MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What add_keywords_bulk does on SurfRank MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why add_keywords_bulk needs a policy

This tool creates or adds new keyword entries to a project, which is a reversible modification of data. It does not delete data (would be Destructive), execute arbitrary code (would be Execute), or handle financial operations (would be Financial).

From the tool's definition Tool name 'add_keywords_bulk' and description 'Add multiple keywords to a project' indicate creation of data records within a project. The mention of 'respects per-plan keyword caps' shows it modifies project state reversibly.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

add_keywords_bulk Rate-limited

add_keywords_bulk 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": {
    "add_keywords_bulk": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_keywords_bulk_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about add_keywords_bulk

What does the add_keywords_bulk tool do? +

Add multiple keywords to a project in one call. Respects per-plan keyword caps. It is categorised as a Write tool in the SurfRank 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 add_keywords_bulk? +

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

What risk level is add_keywords_bulk? +

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

Can I rate-limit add_keywords_bulk? +

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

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

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