generate_image_with_references · Imagen MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What generate_image_with_references does on Imagen MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why generate_image_with_references needs a policy

This tool creates new image files as output, which is a Write operation (creation of data). It is not Destructive since image generation does not irreversibly delete or overwrite existing data. Severity is medium because misuse could generate unwanted or inappropriate images at scale, consuming API quotas and resources, but without direct financial impact or data destruction.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'generate_image_with_references' combined with sibling tool 'generate_image' and server description stating 'generate high-quality images' indicates this tool creates new image artifacts. Sibling 'save_image' capability confirms output persistence.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

generate_image_with_references Rate-limited

generate_image_with_references 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": {
    "generate_image_with_references": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "generate_image_with_references_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 Imagen MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about generate_image_with_references

What does the generate_image_with_references tool do? +

generate_image_with_references. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Imagen 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 generate_image_with_references? +

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

What risk level is generate_image_with_references? +

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

Can I rate-limit generate_image_with_references? +

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

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

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