set_leverage · Bybit MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What set_leverage does on Bybit MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_leverage needs a policy

Setting leverage modifies account/position configuration on a live exchange. While it doesn't directly move money or place trades, it alters risk exposure significantly — incorrect leverage can amplify losses dramatically. It is reversible (leverage can be changed back), so Write is appropriate over Destructive, but severity is high due to the financial risk amplification effect if misused by an AI agent.

From the tool's definition 'Set leverage for a specific symbol' — modifies the leverage setting on a trading position/symbol on Bybit exchange

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Verdict

set_leverage Rate-limited

set_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_leverage": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_leverage_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about set_leverage

What does the set_leverage tool do? +

Set leverage for a specific symbol. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Bybit MCP Server 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_leverage? +

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

What risk level is set_leverage? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_leverage? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_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_leverage completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for set_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_leverage? +

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