mealie_timeline_update_image · Mealie MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What mealie_timeline_update_image does on Mealie MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why mealie_timeline_update_image needs a policy

The 'update' operation modifies data reversibly (consistent with Write category). The tool name suggests updating an image in a timeline context within Mealie's recipe/meal planning system. Without a description, confidence is moderate.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'mealie_timeline_update_image' contains 'update', indicating modification of existing data. No description provided to clarify scope.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

mealie_timeline_update_image Rate-limited

mealie_timeline_update_image 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": {
    "mealie_timeline_update_image": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "mealie_timeline_update_image_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about mealie_timeline_update_image

What does the mealie_timeline_update_image tool do? +

mealie_timeline_update_image. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Mealie 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 mealie_timeline_update_image? +

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

What risk level is mealie_timeline_update_image? +

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

Can I rate-limit mealie_timeline_update_image? +

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

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

mealie_timeline_update_image is provided by the Mealie MCP Server MCP server (mdlopresti/mealie-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.