moltbook_dm_new · Moltbook MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What moltbook_dm_new does on Moltbook MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why moltbook_dm_new needs a policy

Based on the tool name pattern 'dm_new' and sibling tools like 'moltbook_dm_send', this tool likely initiates a new direct message or conversation on the Moltbook platform, which is a Write operation. However, the empty description significantly lowers confidence. Severity is medium as misuse could send unwanted messages to users.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'moltbook_dm_new' suggests creating a new direct message; description is empty and uninformative.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

moltbook_dm_new Rate-limited

moltbook_dm_new 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": {
    "moltbook_dm_new": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "moltbook_dm_new_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 Moltbook MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about moltbook_dm_new

What does the moltbook_dm_new tool do? +

moltbook_dm_new. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Moltbook 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 moltbook_dm_new? +

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

What risk level is moltbook_dm_new? +

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

Can I rate-limit moltbook_dm_new? +

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

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

moltbook_dm_new is provided by the Moltbook MCP Server MCP server (thebenlamm/moltbook-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.