gdrive_set_file_labels · Mcp Google Gdrive MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What gdrive_set_file_labels does on Mcp Google Gdrive

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why gdrive_set_file_labels needs a policy

Labeling is a write operation that modifies file metadata. It is reversible (labels can be removed or changed), so it does not qualify as Destructive. It does not execute code or trigger external operations (Execute), does not move money (Financial), and is not a read-only retrieval (Read).

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Add, update, or remove a label on a file' — these are reversible metadata modifications to files in Google Drive.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

gdrive_set_file_labels Rate-limited

gdrive_set_file_labels 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": {
    "gdrive_set_file_labels": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "gdrive_set_file_labels_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 Mcp Google Gdrive, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about gdrive_set_file_labels

What does the gdrive_set_file_labels tool do? +

Add, update, or remove a label on a file. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Mcp Google Gdrive MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on gdrive_set_file_labels? +

Register the Mcp Google Gdrive MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for gdrive_set_file_labels: 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 Mcp Google Gdrive. Nothing to install.

What risk level is gdrive_set_file_labels? +

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

Can I rate-limit gdrive_set_file_labels? +

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

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

gdrive_set_file_labels is provided by the Mcp Google Gdrive MCP server (sleepytimeshon/mcp-google-gdrive). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.