vast_update_non_linear_media · AdButler MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What vast_update_non_linear_media does on AdButler

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

PARAMETERS

Parameter	Type	Required	Description
`id`	number	Yes	VAST non-linear media ID
`name`	string	—	Non-linear media name
`width`	number	—	Width in pixels
`height`	number	—	Height in pixels
`mime_type`	string	—	MIME type

Parameters from the server's own tool schema.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why vast_update_non_linear_media needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies data (VAST non-linear media configurations) in a reversible manner. It does not delete data (would be Destructive), execute arbitrary code (would be Execute), or involve financial transactions (would be Financial). The 'update' operation is characteristic of Write category.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'update' and description states 'Update an existing VAST non-linear media', indicating modification of existing data.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

vast_update_non_linear_media Rate-limited

vast_update_non_linear_media 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": {
    "vast_update_non_linear_media": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "vast_update_non_linear_media_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about vast_update_non_linear_media

What does the vast_update_non_linear_media tool do? +

Update an existing VAST non-linear media. It is categorised as a Write tool in the AdButler MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

What parameters does vast_update_non_linear_media accept? +

vast_update_non_linear_media accepts 5 parameters: id, name, width, height, mime_type. Required: id. The full parameter table on this page comes from the server's own tool schema.

How do I enforce a policy on vast_update_non_linear_media? +

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

What risk level is vast_update_non_linear_media? +

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

Can I rate-limit vast_update_non_linear_media? +

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

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

vast_update_non_linear_media is provided by the AdButler MCP server (adbutler/mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.