tdarr_create_sample · Tdarr MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What tdarr_create_sample does on Tdarr

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why tdarr_create_sample needs a policy

This tool creates a new file artifact (a 30-second sample) as a side effect, which is a Write operation. The severity is medium because while file creation is reversible (can be deleted), it consumes storage resources and could fill disk space if misused repeatedly.

From the tool's definition Tool description states it will 'Create a 30 second sample of a file', which is a write/create operation that generates new data in the transcoding system.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

tdarr_create_sample Rate-limited

tdarr_create_sample 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": {
    "tdarr_create_sample": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "tdarr_create_sample_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about tdarr_create_sample

What does the tdarr_create_sample tool do? +

Create a 30 second sample of a file. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Tdarr MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on tdarr_create_sample? +

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

What risk level is tdarr_create_sample? +

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

Can I rate-limit tdarr_create_sample? +

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

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

tdarr_create_sample is provided by the Tdarr MCP server (maximeallanic/tdarr-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

// THE FULL RECORD

tdarr_create_sample is one line of Tdarr's registry record.

The record carries the whole server: verified identity, auth posture, risk grade, every tool classified, recommended policy — re-checked continuously.

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