duplicate_file

Create a copy of an existing file (new storage object). Returns the new file record.

SERVEREasyBits SOURCE@easybits.cloud/mcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

Registry record Grade D, identity unverified Pull the record →

This record as markdown: /tools/cloud-easybits-easybits/duplicate-file.md

WHAT IT DOES

What duplicate_file does on EasyBits

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

RISK

Why duplicate_file is rated Medium

Creates new data (file copy) reversibly; modifying file storage without deletion or destructive intent.

From the tool's definition Create a copy of an existing file, new storage object.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs duplicate_file safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and EasyBits, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For duplicate_file, this is the rule to start with:

duplicate_file Rate-limited

duplicate_file 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": {
    "duplicate_file": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "duplicate_file_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect EasyBits, apply this rule, and every duplicate_file call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about duplicate_file

What does the duplicate_file tool do? +

Create a copy of an existing file (new storage object). Returns the new file record. It is categorised as a Write tool in the EasyBits MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on duplicate_file? +

Register the EasyBits MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for duplicate_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 EasyBits. Nothing to install.

What risk level is duplicate_file? +

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

Can I rate-limit duplicate_file? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the duplicate_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 duplicate_file completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for duplicate_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 duplicate_file? +

duplicate_file is provided by the EasyBits MCP server (@easybits.cloud/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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