resolve_apply_project_preset · Resolve MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What resolve_apply_project_preset does on Resolve

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why resolve_apply_project_preset needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies project settings by applying a preset, which is a reversible operation. It does not execute arbitrary code, delete data, or move money. While it changes project configuration (Write-level impact), the modification is typically reversible by applying a different preset or undoing the change.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'resolve_apply_project_preset' combined with description 'Apply a project preset to the current project' indicates modification of project settings/configuration. The verb 'apply' modifies the project state.

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Verdict

resolve_apply_project_preset Rate-limited

resolve_apply_project_preset 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": {
    "resolve_apply_project_preset": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "resolve_apply_project_preset_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about resolve_apply_project_preset

What does the resolve_apply_project_preset tool do? +

Apply a project preset to the current project. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Resolve MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on resolve_apply_project_preset? +

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

What risk level is resolve_apply_project_preset? +

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

Can I rate-limit resolve_apply_project_preset? +

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

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

resolve_apply_project_preset is provided by the Resolve MCP server (jenkinsm13/resolve-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.