webdav_copy_remote_item · WebDAV MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What webdav_copy_remote_item does on WebDAV MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why webdav_copy_remote_item needs a policy

Copying is a reversible write operation (the original persists, a new copy is created). It does not delete data (not Destructive), execute code (not Execute), nor involve financial transactions (not Financial). While it creates data, copying is a standard write operation distinct from destructive or irreversible changes.

From the tool's definition Tool description explicitly states 'Copy a file or directory to a new location' — this creates a duplicate of data at a new path, a reversible write operation.

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Verdict

webdav_copy_remote_item Rate-limited

webdav_copy_remote_item 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": {
    "webdav_copy_remote_item": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "webdav_copy_remote_item_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 WebDAV MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about webdav_copy_remote_item

What does the webdav_copy_remote_item tool do? +

Copy a file or directory to a new location on a remote WebDAV server. It is categorised as a Write tool in the WebDAV 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 webdav_copy_remote_item? +

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

What risk level is webdav_copy_remote_item? +

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

Can I rate-limit webdav_copy_remote_item? +

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

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

webdav_copy_remote_item is provided by the WebDAV MCP Server MCP server (masx200/mcp-webdav-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.