bitrix_task_renew · Email MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What bitrix_task_renew does on Email MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why bitrix_task_renew needs a policy

This tool modifies the state of an existing task by changing its status from completed/deferred back to active/open. This is a reversible state change (Write), not a destructive action. Misuse could disrupt workflow by reopening tasks that should remain closed, hence medium severity.

From the tool's definition Renew (reopen) a completed or deferred task in Bitrix24

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Verdict

bitrix_task_renew Rate-limited

bitrix_task_renew 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": {
    "bitrix_task_renew": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "bitrix_task_renew_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about bitrix_task_renew

What does the bitrix_task_renew tool do? +

Renew (reopen) a completed or deferred task in Bitrix24. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Email 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 bitrix_task_renew? +

Register the Email MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for bitrix_task_renew: 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 Email MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is bitrix_task_renew? +

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

Can I rate-limit bitrix_task_renew? +

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

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

bitrix_task_renew is provided by the Email MCP Server MCP server (sventern/mcp_email). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.