file_move · M365 MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What file_move does on M365

AI agents use file_move to create or update resources in M365 — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your M365 environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why file_move needs a policy

Moving files is a reversible write operation—files are reorganized but not deleted. In the context of OneDrive management, this could affect file accessibility and organization for multiple users if misused by an agent, warranting medium severity. Without a full description, confidence is moderate.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'file_move' indicates it modifies file location/organization within OneDrive; this is a write operation that creates new references and modifies directory structure. Description is empty, which lowers confidence slightly.

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Verdict

file_move Rate-limited

file_move 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": {
    "file_move": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "file_move_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about file_move

What does the file_move tool do? +

file_move. It is categorised as a Write tool in the M365 MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on file_move? +

Register the M365 MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for file_move: 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 M365. Nothing to install.

What risk level is file_move? +

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

Can I rate-limit file_move? +

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

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

file_move is provided by the M365 MCP server (robin-collins/m365-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.