aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest

WHAT IT DOES

What aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest does on Adobe Experience Assets Dev MCP

AI agents use aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest to create or update resources in Adobe Experience Assets Dev MCP — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Adobe Experience Assets Dev MCP environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest needs a policy

The tool constructs PUT requests for syncing metadata across multiple assets. PUT operations modify/update existing data (metadata), making this a Write operation. The 'ready-to-execute' phrasing suggests it prepares but may not directly execute, though the outcome is bulk metadata modification.

From the tool's definition 'Build a metadata sync manifest for many assets. Returns ready-to-execute per-asset PUT requests.'

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Verdict

aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest Rate-limited

aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest 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": {
    "aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest

What does the aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest tool do? +

Build a metadata sync manifest for many assets. Returns ready-to-execute per-asset PUT requests. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Adobe Experience Assets Dev MCP MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest? +

Register the Adobe Experience Assets Dev MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest: 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 Adobe Experience Assets Dev MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest? +

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

Can I rate-limit aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest? +

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

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

aem_metadata_build_sync_manifest is provided by the Adobe Experience Assets Dev MCP server (stubbedev/adobe-experience-dev-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.