csv_to_table

Insert a table from CSV text.

SERVERDocx SOURCEsecurityronin/docx-mcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What csv_to_table does on Docx

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

RISK

Why csv_to_table is rated Medium

This tool creates and inserts new data structures (tables) into a Word document, which is a reversible modification operation. It does not delete, execute code, or move money. It fits the Write category as it creates/modifies content.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'csv_to_table' and description 'Insert a table from CSV text' indicate creation of new tabular content within a Word document. The verb 'Insert' explicitly describes a write operation that modifies document structure by adding a table.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs csv_to_table safely

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

csv_to_table Rate-limited

csv_to_table 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": {
    "csv_to_table": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "csv_to_table_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 Docx, apply this rule, and every csv_to_table call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about csv_to_table

What does the csv_to_table tool do? +

Insert a table from CSV text. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Docx MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on csv_to_table? +

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

What risk level is csv_to_table? +

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

Can I rate-limit csv_to_table? +

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

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

csv_to_table is provided by the Docx MCP server (securityronin/docx-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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