mikrotik_set_dns_servers · MikroTik MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What mikrotik_set_dns_servers does on MikroTik MCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why mikrotik_set_dns_servers needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies DNS server configuration, which is reversible (can be changed back). It does not delete data (thus not Destructive), does not execute arbitrary code (thus not Execute), and does not involve financial transactions (thus not Financial).

From the tool's definition Tool name 'mikrotik_set_dns_servers' and description 'Sets DNS server configuration on MikroTik device' indicate modification of network configuration.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

mikrotik_set_dns_servers Rate-limited

mikrotik_set_dns_servers 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": {
    "mikrotik_set_dns_servers": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "mikrotik_set_dns_servers_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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

FAQ

Questions about mikrotik_set_dns_servers

What does the mikrotik_set_dns_servers tool do? +

Sets DNS server configuration on MikroTik device. It is categorised as a Write tool in the MikroTik MCP MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on mikrotik_set_dns_servers? +

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

What risk level is mikrotik_set_dns_servers? +

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

Can I rate-limit mikrotik_set_dns_servers? +

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

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

mikrotik_set_dns_servers is provided by the MikroTik MCP server (tarcisiodier/mcp-mikrotik). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.