pdm_configure · Solidworks MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What pdm_configure does on Solidworks

AI agents use pdm_configure 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 pdm_configure needs a policy

This tool modifies PDM (Product Data Management) vault settings and operations. Configuration changes are Write-class actions because they create or modify data/system state reversibly. However, severity is high because misconfiguring a PDM vault—a central repository for engineering data—could have widespread impact on design workflows, access controls, and data integrity across an organization.

From the tool's definition pdm_configure: Configure PDM vault settings and operations. The term 'Configure' indicates modification of vault settings and operations, which are reversible changes to system configuration.

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Verdict

pdm_configure Rate-limited

pdm_configure 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": {
    "pdm_configure": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "pdm_configure_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 Solidworks, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about pdm_configure

What does the pdm_configure tool do? +

Configure PDM vault settings and operations. 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 pdm_configure? +

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

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

Can I rate-limit pdm_configure? +

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

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

pdm_configure 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.