set_editor_setting · Godot MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What set_editor_setting does on Godot MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_editor_setting needs a policy

This tool modifies editor configuration settings, which are reversible changes to editor state (Write category). Severity is medium because misuse could alter editor behavior in ways that degrade workflow or corrupt project settings, but changes are typically recoverable via editor UI or config files. Not Destructive because settings changes are reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'set_editor_setting' indicates modification of EditorSettings values. The verb 'set' and 'EditorSettings' explicitly indicate this creates or modifies configuration data that controls Godot editor behavior.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

set_editor_setting Rate-limited

set_editor_setting 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": {
    "set_editor_setting": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_editor_setting_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 Godot MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about set_editor_setting

What does the set_editor_setting tool do? +

Set an EditorSettings value. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Godot 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 set_editor_setting? +

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

What risk level is set_editor_setting? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_editor_setting? +

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

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

set_editor_setting is provided by the Godot MCP Server MCP server (neondeex/godotmcp-pro-free-client). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.