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disable_container_firewall

Disable the firewall for a specific container in Proxmox VE. Provide the node and container ID to remove firewall restrictions and enable unrestricted network access.

Instructions

Disable firewall for a container

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
nodeYesNode where container is located
vmidYesContainer ID
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations, the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only states the action, without mentioning consequences like removal of firewall rules, reversibility, or impact on container network security. This is a mutation tool with zero safety context.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is one short, front-loaded sentence with no filler. It is concise but could include a bit more context without becoming verbose.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

The tool is simple with two well-documented parameters and no output schema. However, as a disabling action, it would benefit from clarifying the effect (e.g., 'removes firewall protection from the container') to be fully complete.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100% with clear parameter descriptions ('Node where container is located', 'Container ID'). The description adds no parameter-level detail, so it takes the baseline of 3 for full schema coverage.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the action: 'Disable firewall for a container' with a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes from siblings like enable_container_firewall and list_container_firewall_rules.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as enable_container_firewall or disable_vm_firewall. The description gives no context or exclusions.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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