set_temperature_offset · Plugwise MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What set_temperature_offset does on Plugwise MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_temperature_offset needs a policy

This tool modifies thermostat offset settings, which is a reversible configuration change to smart home devices. It does not delete data (Destructive), execute arbitrary code (Execute), involve financial transactions (Financial), or merely read data (Read).

From the tool's definition Tool name 'set_temperature_offset' and description 'ID of the thermostat device' indicate modification of thermostat configuration parameters. The 'set_' prefix denotes a write/update operation on smart home device settings.

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Verdict

set_temperature_offset Rate-limited

set_temperature_offset 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_temperature_offset": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_temperature_offset_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 Plugwise MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about set_temperature_offset

What does the set_temperature_offset tool do? +

ID of the thermostat device. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Plugwise 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 set_temperature_offset? +

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

What risk level is set_temperature_offset? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_temperature_offset? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_temperature_offset 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_temperature_offset completely? +

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

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