create_resource_lock

Create a resource lock

SERVERLinode MCP Server SOURCEtakashito/linode-mcp-server

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What create_resource_lock does on Linode MCP Server

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

RISK

Why create_resource_lock is rated Medium

Resource locks are reversible configuration changes—they can be created and removed. This is a Write operation rather than Execute because it doesn't run arbitrary code or commands; it simply creates a lock artifact. It's not Destructive because locks are not permanent state changes and can be undone.

From the tool's definition The tool name 'create_resource_lock' and description 'Create a resource lock' indicate creation of a lock resource.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs create_resource_lock safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and Linode MCP Server, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For create_resource_lock, this is the rule to start with:

create_resource_lock Rate-limited

create_resource_lock 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_resource_lock": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_resource_lock_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect Linode MCP Server, apply this rule, and every create_resource_lock call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about create_resource_lock

What does the create_resource_lock tool do? +

Create a resource lock. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Linode 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_resource_lock? +

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

What risk level is create_resource_lock? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_resource_lock? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the create_resource_lock 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_resource_lock completely? +

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

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

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