resolve_set_item_properties · Resolve MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What resolve_set_item_properties does on Resolve

AI agents use resolve_set_item_properties 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_item_properties needs a policy

The 'set' prefix strongly implies a write/modification operation on item properties within DaVinci Resolve. This is likely reversible (properties can be changed back), placing it in the Write category. Confidence is reduced because the description is empty, leaving uncertainty about what 'item' refers to and whether any destructive side effects exist.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'resolve_set_item_properties' suggests setting/modifying properties on an item in DaVinci Resolve.

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Verdict

resolve_set_item_properties Rate-limited

resolve_set_item_properties 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_item_properties": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "resolve_set_item_properties_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about resolve_set_item_properties

What does the resolve_set_item_properties tool do? +

resolve_set_item_properties. 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_item_properties? +

Register the Resolve MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for resolve_set_item_properties: 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_item_properties? +

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

Can I rate-limit resolve_set_item_properties? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the resolve_set_item_properties 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_item_properties completely? +

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

resolve_set_item_properties 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.