set_agent_run_adapter · Todos MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What set_agent_run_adapter does on Todos

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_agent_run_adapter needs a policy

This tool creates or updates adapter commands, which is a Write operation that modifies stored configuration data. It's not destructive since updates can be reversed, not financial, and doesn't execute code directly (it creates/stores adapter definitions).

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Create or update a local agent run adapter command', which involves creating or modifying configuration/adapter data. The action is reversible through subsequent updates or deletion.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

set_agent_run_adapter Rate-limited

set_agent_run_adapter 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": {
    "set_agent_run_adapter": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_agent_run_adapter_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 Todos, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about set_agent_run_adapter

What does the set_agent_run_adapter tool do? +

Create or update a local agent run adapter command. Supports {task_id}, {run_id}, and {agent_id} placeholders. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Todos MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on set_agent_run_adapter? +

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

What risk level is set_agent_run_adapter? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_agent_run_adapter? +

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

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

set_agent_run_adapter is provided by the Todos MCP server (@hasna/todos). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.