apply_security_policy · AF_ MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What apply_security_policy does on AF_MCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why apply_security_policy needs a policy

This tool applies/commits security policy changes to AF security devices. It modifies security configurations, which is a Write operation with high severity since misconfigured security policies could expose the network to attacks or block legitimate traffic. The requirement to first call preview_security_policy suggests it makes persistent changes.

From the tool's definition 提交安全策略变更 (Submit security policy changes)

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

apply_security_policy Rate-limited

apply_security_policy 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": {
    "apply_security_policy": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "apply_security_policy_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 AF_MCP, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about apply_security_policy

What does the apply_security_policy tool do? +

提交安全策略变更。必须先调用 preview_security_policy 确认内容，. It is categorised as a Write tool in the AF_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 apply_security_policy? +

Register the AF_ MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for apply_security_policy: 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 AF_MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is apply_security_policy? +

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

Can I rate-limit apply_security_policy? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the apply_security_policy 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_security_policy completely? +

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

apply_security_policy is provided by the AF_ MCP server (xiaqijun/af_mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.