set_note_labels · NotesKeep MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What set_note_labels does on NotesKeep MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_note_labels needs a policy

This tool modifies note labels, which is a reversible Write operation. It does not delete data (would be Destructive), execute arbitrary code (would be Execute), or handle financial data. While the description is empty, the sibling tools and naming convention clearly place this in the label/metadata modification category.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'set_note_labels' and context from sibling tools (add_label_to_note, create_label, delete_label) indicate this modifies note metadata; the empty description limits evidence but the name and pattern of label management tools suggest reversible data…

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

set_note_labels Rate-limited

set_note_labels 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_note_labels": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_note_labels_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 NotesKeep MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about set_note_labels

What does the set_note_labels tool do? +

set_note_labels. It is categorised as a Write tool in the NotesKeep 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_note_labels? +

Register the NotesKeep MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for set_note_labels: 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 NotesKeep MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is set_note_labels? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_note_labels? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_note_labels 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_note_labels completely? +

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

set_note_labels is provided by the NotesKeep MCP Server MCP server (mariomosca/noteskeep-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.