wtf_imout · Wtf MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What wtf_imout does on Wtf

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why wtf_imout needs a policy

The tool modifies session state by suspending the active troubleshooting session (stopping recording), but explicitly preserves captured data — no data is deleted or overwritten. This is a reversible state change, fitting the Write category. Severity is low since it only halts recording; it does not destroy data or execute arbitrary code.

From the tool's definition Suspend the active troubleshooting session. Stops recording but preserves captured data for later triage.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

wtf_imout Rate-limited

wtf_imout 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": {
    "wtf_imout": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "wtf_imout_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 Wtf, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about wtf_imout

What does the wtf_imout tool do? +

Suspend the active troubleshooting session. Stops recording but preserves captured data for later triage. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Wtf MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on wtf_imout? +

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

What risk level is wtf_imout? +

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

Can I rate-limit wtf_imout? +

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

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

wtf_imout is provided by the Wtf MCP server (wave-engineering/mcp-server-wtf). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.