generate_dashboard · Solana Metrics MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What generate_dashboard does on Solana Metrics MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why generate_dashboard needs a policy

This tool creates a new Grafana dashboard configuration by generating JSON output. While it modifies the Grafana system state by adding a dashboard, the operation is reversible (dashboards can be deleted or modified), and the impact is limited to dashboard infrastructure rather than core data or blockchain operations. It does not execute arbitrary code, delete data irreversibly, or move funds.

From the tool's definition Tool creates/generates a Grafana dashboard JSON artifact. The description states 'Generate a Grafana dashboard JSON' which involves creating a new dashboard configuration.

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Verdict

generate_dashboard Rate-limited

generate_dashboard 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_dashboard": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "generate_dashboard_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 Solana Metrics MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about generate_dashboard

What does the generate_dashboard tool do? +

Generate a Grafana dashboard JSON for selected metrics. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Solana Metrics 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_dashboard? +

Register the Solana Metrics MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for generate_dashboard: 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 Solana Metrics MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is generate_dashboard? +

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

Can I rate-limit generate_dashboard? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the generate_dashboard 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_dashboard completely? +

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

generate_dashboard is provided by the Solana Metrics MCP Server MCP server (wcampbellgalaxy/solana-metrics-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.