resolve_set_cdl · Resolve MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What resolve_set_cdl does on Resolve

AI agents use resolve_set_cdl 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_set_cdl needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies color grading data (CDL values) on a clip, which is a reversible change typical of color correction workflows. It does not delete data (Destructive), execute arbitrary code (Execute), move money (Financial), or merely read (Read).

From the tool's definition Tool name 'resolve_set_cdl' and description 'Set CDL (Color Decision List) values on the current clip' indicate modification of color grading metadata/settings on a clip.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

resolve_set_cdl Rate-limited

resolve_set_cdl 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_set_cdl": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "resolve_set_cdl_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about resolve_set_cdl

What does the resolve_set_cdl tool do? +

Set CDL (Color Decision List) values on the current clip. 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_set_cdl? +

Register the Resolve MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for resolve_set_cdl: 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_set_cdl? +

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

Can I rate-limit resolve_set_cdl? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the resolve_set_cdl 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_set_cdl completely? +

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

resolve_set_cdl 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.