resolve_set_track_locked · Resolve MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What resolve_set_track_locked does on Resolve

AI agents use resolve_set_track_locked 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_track_locked needs a policy

This tool modifies timeline track properties (lock/unlock state) but does not delete, execute code, or commit financial actions. It is reversible (tracks can be re-locked or unlocked), classifying it as Write rather than Destructive. The severity is medium because an AI agent misusing this could disable editing on critical tracks, disrupting workflow, but the effect is reversible and localized to the current project.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'resolve_set_track_locked' and description 'Lock or unlock a track on the current timeline' indicate a state modification operation on timeline tracks—specifically toggling a lock state, which is a reversible write operation.

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Verdict

resolve_set_track_locked Rate-limited

resolve_set_track_locked 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_track_locked": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "resolve_set_track_locked_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Resolve, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about resolve_set_track_locked

What does the resolve_set_track_locked tool do? +

Lock or unlock a track on the current timeline. 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_track_locked? +

Register the Resolve MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for resolve_set_track_locked: 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_track_locked? +

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

Can I rate-limit resolve_set_track_locked? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the resolve_set_track_locked 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_track_locked completely? +

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

resolve_set_track_locked 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.