batch_run_macros · Solidworks MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What batch_run_macros does on Solidworks

AI agents invoke batch_run_macros to trigger actions in Solidworks. What it does depends on the arguments the agent supplies, and its effects often reach beyond the immediate call — builds kicked off, notifications sent, workflows started.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why batch_run_macros needs a policy

This tool executes macros, which are arbitrary code sequences in SolidWorks. While individual macros might be benign, batch execution of multiple macros without visibility into their content represents a significant execute risk—the tool can trigger complex workflows, modify designs, access files, or interact with external systems depending on what the macros contain.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'batch_run_macros' and description 'Run multiple macros in sequence' indicate execution of arbitrary code/macros.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

batch_run_macros Rate-limited

batch_run_macros stays usable, but rate-capped — a runaway agent can't fire it dozens of times 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_run_macros": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "batch_run_macros_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Solidworks, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about batch_run_macros

What does the batch_run_macros tool do? +

Run multiple macros in sequence. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Solidworks MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on batch_run_macros? +

Register the Solidworks MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for batch_run_macros: 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_run_macros? +

batch_run_macros is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit batch_run_macros? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the batch_run_macros 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_run_macros completely? +

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

batch_run_macros 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.