custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes

WHAT IT DOES

What custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes does on Marketo MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes needs a policy

This tool creates and adds new custom attributes to activity type definitions in Marketo. While not destructive (attributes can be removed), it permanently modifies the system's schema and affects all future activities of that type. The context of being on a Marketo management server alongside lead/campaign tools confirms this is a data modification operation.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'add' and 'custom_activity_type_attributes', indicating creation of new schema/metadata attributes. Description confirms this calls Marketo REST API directly to add attributes.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes Rate-limited

custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes 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": {
    "custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Instant setup, no code required.

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

FAQ

Questions about custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes

What does the custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes tool do? +

[CUSTOM] Calls the Marketo REST API directly (not Adobe's native MCP). It is categorised as a Write tool in the Marketo 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 custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes? +

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

What risk level is custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes? +

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

Can I rate-limit custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes? +

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

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

custom_add_custom_activity_type_attributes is provided by the Marketo MCP Server MCP server (tyron-pretorius/marketo-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.