zora_update_payout_recipient · Zora Coins MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What zora_update_payout_recipient does on Zora Coins MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why zora_update_payout_recipient needs a policy

This tool modifies creator earnings settings by changing the payout recipient address. It is a Write operation because the action is reversible (the recipient address can be changed again). However, severity is high because misuse could redirect all future earnings to an attacker's wallet, causing significant financial harm.

From the tool's definition Tool description states it 'Change[s] the payout recipient address (creator earnings)' which modifies an existing configuration. The phrase 'Change the payout recipient' indicates this is a reversible write operation.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

zora_update_payout_recipient Rate-limited

zora_update_payout_recipient 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": {
    "zora_update_payout_recipient": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "zora_update_payout_recipient_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 Zora Coins MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about zora_update_payout_recipient

What does the zora_update_payout_recipient tool do? +

Change the payout recipient address (creator earnings). Requires owner wallet. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Zora Coins 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 zora_update_payout_recipient? +

Register the Zora Coins MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for zora_update_payout_recipient: 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 Zora Coins MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is zora_update_payout_recipient? +

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

Can I rate-limit zora_update_payout_recipient? +

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

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

zora_update_payout_recipient is provided by the Zora Coins MCP Server MCP server (r4topunk/zora-coins-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.