create_redirection_host · Nginx Proxy Manager MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What create_redirection_host does on Nginx Proxy Manager MCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_redirection_host needs a policy

This tool creates a new redirection host configuration, which is a reversible modification of proxy infrastructure. It does not execute arbitrary code, delete data, or move money. The 'create' verb and 'new redirection host' phrasing indicate data creation.

From the tool's definition Tool name is 'create_redirection_host' and description states 'Create a new redirection host (HTTP redirect)' — the action is to create/add a new configuration entry for HTTP redirects.

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Verdict

create_redirection_host Rate-limited

create_redirection_host 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_redirection_host": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_redirection_host_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about create_redirection_host

What does the create_redirection_host tool do? +

Create a new redirection host (HTTP redirect). It is categorised as a Write tool in the Nginx Proxy Manager MCP 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_redirection_host? +

Register the Nginx Proxy Manager MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for create_redirection_host: 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 Nginx Proxy Manager MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is create_redirection_host? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_redirection_host? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the create_redirection_host 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_redirection_host completely? +

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

create_redirection_host is provided by the Nginx Proxy Manager MCP server (verybigsad/nginx-proxy-manager-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.