create_candidate_list_items · CATS MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What create_candidate_list_items does on CATS MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_candidate_list_items needs a policy

This tool creates new associations between candidates and lists in the ATS system. It modifies state by adding candidates to lists, which is reversible (candidates can be removed). This is a Write operation with medium severity because misuse could pollute candidate lists or compromise recruiting workflow organization, but the change is not destructive and cannot cause direct financial harm.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'create_candidate_list_items' and description 'Add candidates to a list' indicate creation/modification of data (list membership).

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Verdict

create_candidate_list_items Rate-limited

create_candidate_list_items 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": {
    "create_candidate_list_items": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_candidate_list_items_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 CATS MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about create_candidate_list_items

What does the create_candidate_list_items tool do? +

Add candidates to a list. It is categorised as a Write tool in the CATS 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 create_candidate_list_items? +

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

What risk level is create_candidate_list_items? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_candidate_list_items? +

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

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

create_candidate_list_items is provided by the CATS MCP Server MCP server (vanman2024/cats-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.