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bitatlas_delete_file

Permanently delete a file from the vault.

Part of the BitAtlas server.

bitatlas_delete_file can permanently delete data in BitAtlas, with no limits today. PolicyLayer puts allow, deny, and rate-limit rules on every call. Live in minutes.

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AI agents may call bitatlas_delete_file to permanently remove or destroy resources in BitAtlas. Without a policy, an autonomous agent could delete critical data in a loop with no way to undo the damage. PolicyLayer blocks destructive tools by default and requires explicit human approval before enabling them.

Without a policy, an AI agent could call bitatlas_delete_file in a loop, permanently destroying resources in BitAtlas. There is no undo for destructive operations. PolicyLayer blocks this tool by default and only allows it when a human explicitly approves the action.

Destructive tools permanently remove data. Block by default. Only enable with explicit approval workflows.

policy.json
{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "hide": [
    "bitatlas_delete_file"
  ]
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access bitatlas_delete_file gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:

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Every attack above starts with a tool call. PolicyLayer checks each one against your policy first, so bitatlas_delete_file only ever does what you allow.

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Other destructive tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: deny by default, or require human approval.

What does the bitatlas_delete_file tool do? +

Permanently delete a file from the vault.. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the BitAtlas MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on bitatlas_delete_file? +

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

What risk level is bitatlas_delete_file? +

bitatlas_delete_file is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit bitatlas_delete_file? +

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

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

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

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