sentinel_edit_upload_file · SentinelX Core MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What sentinel_edit_upload_file does on SentinelX Core MCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why sentinel_edit_upload_file needs a policy

This tool uploads files to a structured editing system, which is a reversible write operation. It ranks below Execute/Destructive because it doesn't run arbitrary code or irreversibly delete data, but above Read due to its ability to create or modify files.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Upload a role file' which indicates creating or modifying data via file upload. The endpoint path '/edit/upload/file' confirms it performs a write operation that modifies or creates files in the SentinelX system.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

sentinel_edit_upload_file Rate-limited

sentinel_edit_upload_file 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": {
    "sentinel_edit_upload_file": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "sentinel_edit_upload_file_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about sentinel_edit_upload_file

What does the sentinel_edit_upload_file tool do? +

Upload a role file for structured editing through SentinelX (/edit/upload/file). It is categorised as a Write tool in the SentinelX Core 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 sentinel_edit_upload_file? +

Register the SentinelX Core MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for sentinel_edit_upload_file: 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 SentinelX Core MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is sentinel_edit_upload_file? +

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

Can I rate-limit sentinel_edit_upload_file? +

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

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

sentinel_edit_upload_file is provided by the SentinelX Core MCP server (pensados/sentinelx-core-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.