pptx_add_kpi_row · Pptx MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What pptx_add_kpi_row does on Pptx

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why pptx_add_kpi_row needs a policy

This tool creates new content (KPI callout boxes) within a PowerPoint presentation, which is a reversible modification. It does not delete data, execute arbitrary code, move money, or perform irreversible operations. The severity is medium because misuse could clutter or degrade presentation quality, but changes can be undone (undo/save differently).

From the tool's definition Tool name 'pptx_add_kpi_row' and description 'Add a row of KPI callout boxes' indicate creation/modification of presentation content.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

pptx_add_kpi_row Rate-limited

pptx_add_kpi_row 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": {
    "pptx_add_kpi_row": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "pptx_add_kpi_row_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 Pptx, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about pptx_add_kpi_row

What does the pptx_add_kpi_row tool do? +

Add a row of KPI callout boxes. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Pptx MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on pptx_add_kpi_row? +

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

What risk level is pptx_add_kpi_row? +

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

Can I rate-limit pptx_add_kpi_row? +

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

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

pptx_add_kpi_row is provided by the Pptx MCP server (knorq-ai/pptx-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.