wp_replace_shortcode · Mcp Wordpress MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What wp_replace_shortcode does on Mcp Wordpress

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why wp_replace_shortcode needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies data reversibly (Write category). It does not delete or destroy data (not Destructive), execute arbitrary code (not Execute), nor involve financial transactions (not Financial).

From the tool's definition Tool performs 'replace' operation on shortcode content within WordPress pages. Description states it 'replace[s] it with new content,' which modifies existing data reversibly. Related context includes 'edit' and 'manage' capabilities in the server description.

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Verdict

wp_replace_shortcode Rate-limited

wp_replace_shortcode 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": {
    "wp_replace_shortcode": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "wp_replace_shortcode_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about wp_replace_shortcode

What does the wp_replace_shortcode tool do? +

Find a specific shortcode in a page and replace it with new content. Identifies the shortcode by tag name and optionally by an attribute value for disambiguation. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Mcp Wordpress MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on wp_replace_shortcode? +

Register the Mcp Wordpress MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for wp_replace_shortcode: 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 Mcp Wordpress. Nothing to install.

What risk level is wp_replace_shortcode? +

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

Can I rate-limit wp_replace_shortcode? +

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

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

wp_replace_shortcode is provided by the Mcp Wordpress MCP server (leonardobora/mcp-wordpress). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.