set_clip_param · Media-Editor- MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What set_clip_param does on Media-Editor-MCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_clip_param needs a policy

This tool modifies clip properties (likely parameters such as duration, position, opacity, volume, playback speed, etc.) which constitutes a Write operation—it changes data reversibly without executing arbitrary code or destroying content.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'set_clip_param' and description 'Set a fixed numeric value on a placed clip' indicate modification of existing media properties.

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Verdict

set_clip_param Rate-limited

set_clip_param 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_clip_param": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_clip_param_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about set_clip_param

What does the set_clip_param tool do? +

Set a fixed numeric value on a placed clip. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Media-Editor-MCP 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_clip_param? +

Register the Media-Editor- MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for set_clip_param: 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 Media-Editor-MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is set_clip_param? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_clip_param? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_clip_param 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_clip_param completely? +

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

set_clip_param is provided by the Media-Editor- MCP server (nguyenph88/media-editor-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.