set_deposit_account · Bybit MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What set_deposit_account does on Bybit

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_deposit_account needs a policy

This tool modifies account configuration by changing the deposit account type. It's a reversible write operation (the account type can be changed again), but misuse could redirect deposits to an unintended account type, causing operational issues. No direct financial transaction is initiated, but it affects where funds are deposited.

From the tool's definition Set deposit account type

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Verdict

set_deposit_account Rate-limited

set_deposit_account 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": {
    "set_deposit_account": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_deposit_account_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about set_deposit_account

What does the set_deposit_account tool do? +

Set deposit account type. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Bybit MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on set_deposit_account? +

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

What risk level is set_deposit_account? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_deposit_account? +

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

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

set_deposit_account is provided by the Bybit MCP server (johnnywic/bybit-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.