modify_keyframe

A write tool on the DaVinci Resolve MCP server.

SERVERDaVinci Resolve MCP SOURCEsamuelgursky/davinci-resolve-mcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What modify_keyframe does on DaVinci Resolve MCP

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

RISK

Why modify_keyframe is rated Medium

Modifying keyframes is a write operation that creates or changes data within a video project. While reversible (can be undone), it directly alters creative content in the timeline. The high severity reflects that careless AI-driven keyframe modifications could corrupt complex animation sequences or effects chains.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'modify_keyframe' combined with server context showing DaVinci Resolve video editing automation. Keyframe modification changes animation properties, timing, or effects parameters in a timeline—reversible edits that alter project content.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs modify_keyframe safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and DaVinci Resolve MCP, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For modify_keyframe, this is the rule to start with:

modify_keyframe Rate-limited

modify_keyframe 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": {
    "modify_keyframe": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "modify_keyframe_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect DaVinci Resolve MCP, apply this rule, and every modify_keyframe call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about modify_keyframe

What does the modify_keyframe tool do? +

modify_keyframe is a write tool on the DaVinci Resolve MCP server. It is categorised as a Write tool in the DaVinci Resolve 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 modify_keyframe? +

Register the DaVinci Resolve MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for modify_keyframe: 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 DaVinci Resolve MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is modify_keyframe? +

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

Can I rate-limit modify_keyframe? +

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

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

modify_keyframe is provided by the DaVinci Resolve MCP server (samuelgursky/davinci-resolve-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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