tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude · Tdarr MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude does on Tdarr

AI agents use tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude 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_remove_video_codec_exclude needs a policy

This tool modifies configuration by removing a video codec from an exclusion/inclusion list. This is a reversible write operation (the codec can be re-added), affecting transcoding behavior but not deleting data or executing code. Misuse could cause unintended transcoding of video files with previously excluded codecs, leading to wasted processing or quality changes.

From the tool's definition Remove a video codec from the excluded/included list in basic video transcoding settings

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Verdict

tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude Rate-limited

tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude 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_remove_video_codec_exclude": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude

What does the tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude tool do? +

Remove a video codec from the excluded/included list in basic video transcoding settings. 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_remove_video_codec_exclude? +

Register the Tdarr MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude: 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_remove_video_codec_exclude? +

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

Can I rate-limit tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude 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_remove_video_codec_exclude completely? +

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

tdarr_remove_video_codec_exclude 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.