testmo_create_folder · Testmo MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What testmo_create_folder does on Testmo

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why testmo_create_folder needs a policy

Creating a folder is a reversible write operation that organizes test cases within a project. It does not execute code, delete data irreversibly, or move money. The blast radius is minimal—worst case, an unwanted folder can be deleted. This is a standard Write category operation.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'testmo_create_folder' and description 'Create a new folder in a Testmo project' indicate a creation action that adds new organizational structure to the test management system.

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Verdict

testmo_create_folder Rate-limited

testmo_create_folder 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": {
    "testmo_create_folder": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "testmo_create_folder_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about testmo_create_folder

What does the testmo_create_folder tool do? +

Create a new folder in a Testmo project. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Testmo MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on testmo_create_folder? +

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

What risk level is testmo_create_folder? +

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

Can I rate-limit testmo_create_folder? +

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

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

testmo_create_folder is provided by the Testmo MCP server (strelec00/testmo-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.