modify_order · Zerodha MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What modify_order does on Zerodha MCP Server

AI agents use modify_order to commit financial operations through Zerodha MCP Server — usually the final step of a payment, billing, or trading workflow. A call moves real money.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why modify_order needs a policy

Modifying a financial order on a trading platform directly affects financial transactions and market positions. Even though the tool description is empty, the server context (Zerodha trading platform) and tool name strongly indicate this modifies existing trade orders, which constitutes a financial operation. Misuse could result in unauthorized changes to buy/sell orders, causing financial harm.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'modify_order' on a Zerodha trading platform MCP server that explicitly supports 'order placement/modification' per the server description.

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Questions about modify_order

What does the modify_order tool do? +

modify_order. It is categorised as a Financial tool in the Zerodha MCP Server MCP Server, which means it involves financial transactions. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on modify_order? +

Register the Zerodha MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for modify_order: 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 Zerodha MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is modify_order? +

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

Can I rate-limit modify_order? +

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

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

modify_order is provided by the Zerodha MCP Server MCP server (jainsourabh2/zerodha-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.