apply_algorithm_aide_config

THE RISK

Medium Risk

Why apply_algorithm_aide_config needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies configuration files for packages on a real Android device. While the operation is reversible (configs can be rewritten), modifying device configurations could affect app behavior, security hooks, or system state in ways that require expert knowledge to undo.

From the tool's definition Tool description explicitly states 'Write files/config/<pkg>.json safely and verify the config provider readback.' The word 'Write' directly indicates the tool creates or modifies configuration files.

Documented attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access apply_algorithm_aide_config gives an agent:

POLICY

How to control apply_algorithm_aide_config

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway — it sits between your AI agents and Algorithmaide, and nothing reaches the server without passing your rules. This is the rule we recommend for apply_algorithm_aide_config:

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "apply_algorithm_aide_config": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "apply_algorithm_aide_config_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

apply_algorithm_aide_config 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.

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FAQ

Questions about apply_algorithm_aide_config

What does the apply_algorithm_aide_config tool do? +

Write files/config/<pkg>.json safely and verify the config provider readback. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Algorithmaide MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on apply_algorithm_aide_config? +

Register the Algorithmaide MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for apply_algorithm_aide_config: 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 Algorithmaide. Nothing to install.

What risk level is apply_algorithm_aide_config? +

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

Can I rate-limit apply_algorithm_aide_config? +

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

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

apply_algorithm_aide_config is provided by the Algorithmaide MCP server (vwww-droid/algorithmaide-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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