file_organizer_unwatch_directory

THE RISK

Medium Risk

Why file_organizer_unwatch_directory needs a policy

This tool modifies the watch list configuration by removing an entry — a reversible write operation (the directory can be re-added). It does not delete files or execute code, but misuse could disable automatic organization monitoring for important directories, hence medium severity.

From the tool's definition Remove a directory from the watch list

Documented attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access file_organizer_unwatch_directory gives an agent:

POLICY

How to control file_organizer_unwatch_directory

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway — it sits between your AI agents and File Organizer MCP, and nothing reaches the server without passing your rules. This is the rule we recommend for file_organizer_unwatch_directory:

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "file_organizer_unwatch_directory": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "file_organizer_unwatch_directory_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

file_organizer_unwatch_directory 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.

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FAQ

Questions about file_organizer_unwatch_directory

What does the file_organizer_unwatch_directory tool do? +

Remove a directory from the watch list. It is categorised as a Write tool in the File Organizer MCP MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on file_organizer_unwatch_directory? +

Register the File Organizer MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for file_organizer_unwatch_directory: 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 File Organizer MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is file_organizer_unwatch_directory? +

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

Can I rate-limit file_organizer_unwatch_directory? +

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

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

file_organizer_unwatch_directory is provided by the File Organizer MCP server (kridaydave/file-organizer-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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