link_jira_story_to_parent · GalaxyMCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What link_jira_story_to_parent does on GalaxyMCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why link_jira_story_to_parent needs a policy

The tool modifies existing JIRA data by establishing a parent-child relationship between tickets, but this is a standard, reversible write operation (the link can be removed or changed). It does not delete data (Destructive), execute arbitrary code (Execute), or move money (Financial).

From the tool's definition Tool description states it 'Link[s] a JIRA story to its parent ticket', which modifies the relationship structure in JIRA by creating or updating a link between tickets. This is a reversible change to data.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

link_jira_story_to_parent Rate-limited

link_jira_story_to_parent 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": {
    "link_jira_story_to_parent": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "link_jira_story_to_parent_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 GalaxyMCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about link_jira_story_to_parent

What does the link_jira_story_to_parent tool do? +

Link a JIRA story to its parent ticket (epics or other parent tickets). It is categorised as a Write tool in the GalaxyMCP 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 link_jira_story_to_parent? +

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

What risk level is link_jira_story_to_parent? +

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

Can I rate-limit link_jira_story_to_parent? +

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

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

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