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Agent configuration and MCP1 / 4

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Use several controls for agent actions

Answer this. "Why is a command allowlist not enough on its own? Explain what hooks, local sandboxing and a cloud VM add."

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Rules and context influence an agent's response.

Execution controls limit what the agent can do with files, commands, tools and network access. Give it the least access needed for the task, and keep a record of sensitive actions.