jira_filter_execute_tool · Jira MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What jira_filter_execute_tool does on Jira MCP Server

AI agents invoke jira_filter_execute_tool to trigger actions in Jira MCP Server. What it does depends on the arguments the agent supplies, and its effects often reach beyond the immediate call — builds kicked off, notifications sent, workflows started.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why jira_filter_execute_tool needs a policy

The tool name strongly suggests execution of a stored Jira filter/query. While the description is empty (reducing confidence slightly), 'execute' in the name indicates this triggers an operation whose effects depend on the filter's configuration. This is Execute rather than Read because execution of queries can have side effects depending on filter rules and automation.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'jira_filter_execute_tool' contains the verb 'execute', and the server context indicates it operates within Jira's filter system which can run saved searches and queries.

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Verdict

jira_filter_execute_tool Rate-limited

jira_filter_execute_tool stays usable, but rate-capped — a runaway agent can't fire it dozens of times a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "jira_filter_execute_tool": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "jira_filter_execute_tool_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about jira_filter_execute_tool

What does the jira_filter_execute_tool tool do? +

jira_filter_execute_tool. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Jira MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on jira_filter_execute_tool? +

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

What risk level is jira_filter_execute_tool? +

jira_filter_execute_tool is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit jira_filter_execute_tool? +

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

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

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