arcas_onlineeda_upload_file · Arcas OnlineEDA MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What arcas_onlineeda_upload_file does on Arcas OnlineEDA MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why arcas_onlineeda_upload_file needs a policy

File upload operations create or add new data to a system (Write category). Severity is medium because uploading files to an EDA platform could introduce malicious designs, corrupt project states, or trigger downstream verification processes with unintended consequences, but the operation is reversible (files can typically be deleted or replaced).

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'upload_file' and description states 'Intelligent file upload', indicating creation or modification of data on the Arcas platform.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

arcas_onlineeda_upload_file Rate-limited

arcas_onlineeda_upload_file 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": {
    "arcas_onlineeda_upload_file": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "arcas_onlineeda_upload_file_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about arcas_onlineeda_upload_file

What does the arcas_onlineeda_upload_file tool do? +

Intelligent file upload. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Arcas OnlineEDA MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on arcas_onlineeda_upload_file? +

Register the Arcas OnlineEDA MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for arcas_onlineeda_upload_file: 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 Arcas OnlineEDA MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is arcas_onlineeda_upload_file? +

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

Can I rate-limit arcas_onlineeda_upload_file? +

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

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

arcas_onlineeda_upload_file is provided by the Arcas OnlineEDA MCP Server MCP server (ssql2014/arcas-onlineeda-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.