webdav_create_remote_directory · WebDAV MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What webdav_create_remote_directory does on WebDAV MCP Server

AI agents use webdav_create_remote_directory 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_create_remote_directory needs a policy

Creating a directory is a write operation that adds data/structure to the system. It is reversible (the directory can be deleted), so it does not qualify as Destructive. The severity is medium because misuse could create unwanted directory structures or consume storage, but the impact is limited compared to Destructive or Execute operations.

From the tool's definition Tool name explicitly states 'create' and description confirms 'Create a new directory on a remote WebDAV server'. This is a reversible write operation that modifies the filesystem by adding a new directory.

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Verdict

webdav_create_remote_directory Rate-limited

webdav_create_remote_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.

View as policy code

policy.json

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

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FAQ

Questions about webdav_create_remote_directory

What does the webdav_create_remote_directory tool do? +

Create a new directory 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_create_remote_directory? +

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

What risk level is webdav_create_remote_directory? +

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

Can I rate-limit webdav_create_remote_directory? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the webdav_create_remote_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 webdav_create_remote_directory completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for webdav_create_remote_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 webdav_create_remote_directory? +

webdav_create_remote_directory 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.