set_spot_margin_leverage · Bybit MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What set_spot_margin_leverage does on Bybit

AI agents use set_spot_margin_leverage 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_spot_margin_leverage needs a policy

This tool modifies the leverage setting for spot margin trading on Bybit. Changing leverage is a reversible configuration change (Write), but it carries high severity because incorrect leverage settings can dramatically amplify losses on trades, potentially liquidating positions or causing significant financial harm if misused by an AI agent.

From the tool's definition Set spot margin leverage

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Verdict

set_spot_margin_leverage Rate-limited

set_spot_margin_leverage 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_spot_margin_leverage": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_spot_margin_leverage_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 Bybit, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about set_spot_margin_leverage

What does the set_spot_margin_leverage tool do? +

Set spot margin leverage. 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_spot_margin_leverage? +

Register the Bybit MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for set_spot_margin_leverage: 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_spot_margin_leverage? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_spot_margin_leverage? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_spot_margin_leverage 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_spot_margin_leverage completely? +

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

set_spot_margin_leverage 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.