insert_numbered_list · Enhanced MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What insert_numbered_list does on Enhanced MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why insert_numbered_list needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies document content reversibly by inserting formatted text. It is a Write operation because the insertion can be undone (via document undo/version history). Severity is medium because unauthorized document modifications could alter important information, but the impact is limited to document content formatting rather than deletion, financial impact, or code execution.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'insert_numbered_list' combined with description 'Insert a numbered list into a document' indicates document modification.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

insert_numbered_list Rate-limited

insert_numbered_list 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": {
    "insert_numbered_list": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "insert_numbered_list_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 Enhanced MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about insert_numbered_list

What does the insert_numbered_list tool do? +

Insert a numbered list into a document. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Enhanced 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 insert_numbered_list? +

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

What risk level is insert_numbered_list? +

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

Can I rate-limit insert_numbered_list? +

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

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

insert_numbered_list is provided by the Enhanced MCP Server MCP server (pbulbule13/mcpwithgoogle). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.