batch_export · Solidworks MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What batch_export does on Solidworks

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why batch_export needs a policy

This tool writes/exports data to external formats, which is a reversible operation (exported files can be deleted or re-exported). It does not delete source data, execute arbitrary code, or transfer money. While 'export' can sometimes be merely a Read operation, the presence of 'batch' and 'configurations' suggests file creation/writing to disk in new formats, making it Write rather than Read.

From the tool's definition Tool name is 'batch_export' and description states 'Export multiple configurations or files to a format'. The tool performs output operations that create new files/data in specified formats.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

batch_export Rate-limited

batch_export 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": {
    "batch_export": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "batch_export_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about batch_export

What does the batch_export tool do? +

Export multiple configurations or files to a format. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Solidworks MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on batch_export? +

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

What risk level is batch_export? +

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

Can I rate-limit batch_export? +

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

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

batch_export is provided by the Solidworks MCP server (solidworks-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.