strip_metadata

strip_metadata

Server Rawtherapee lucamarien/rawtherapee-mcp-server
Category Destructive
Risk class Critical
Parameters 00 required

What strip_metadata does on Rawtherapee

AI agents call strip_metadata to permanently remove resources in Rawtherapee — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.

Why strip_metadata needs a policy

The name strongly implies permanently removing metadata (EXIF, IPTC, XMP, etc.) from photo files, which is an irreversible destructive operation. However, the description is empty, lowering confidence. It is possible this only modifies a processing profile rather than the actual file, but the most severe plausible interpretation is chosen.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'strip_metadata' — 'strip' implies irreversible removal of metadata from image files.

Questions about strip_metadata

What does the strip_metadata tool do? +

strip_metadata. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Rawtherapee MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on strip_metadata? +

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

What risk level is strip_metadata? +

strip_metadata is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit strip_metadata? +

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

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

strip_metadata is provided by the Rawtherapee MCP server (lucamarien/rawtherapee-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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