webdav_edit_remote_file · WebDAV MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What webdav_edit_remote_file does on WebDAV MCP Server

AI agents use webdav_edit_remote_file 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_edit_remote_file needs a policy

This tool modifies file content on a remote system, which is a Write operation. Severity is medium because: (1) changes are reversible (files can be re-edited), (2) the diff preview provides opportunity to review changes before committing, and (3) the blast radius is limited to affected files rather than system-wide or destructive operations.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'edit' and description states 'Apply intelligent edits to a file on a remote WebDAV server'. The diff preview mechanism indicates the change is previewed before application, making it a reversible modification operation.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

webdav_edit_remote_file Rate-limited

webdav_edit_remote_file 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_edit_remote_file": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "webdav_edit_remote_file_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_edit_remote_file

What does the webdav_edit_remote_file tool do? +

Apply intelligent edits to a file on a remote WebDAV server with git-style diff preview. 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_edit_remote_file? +

Register the WebDAV MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for webdav_edit_remote_file: 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_edit_remote_file? +

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

Can I rate-limit webdav_edit_remote_file? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the webdav_edit_remote_file 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_edit_remote_file completely? +

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

webdav_edit_remote_file 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.