copy_sheet · Smartsheet MCP Server MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What copy_sheet does on Smartsheet MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why copy_sheet needs a policy

copy_sheet performs a write operation that creates new data (a duplicated sheet) reversibly. While this modifies the workspace state by adding a new sheet, it does not destroy data (Destructive), execute arbitrary code (Execute), move money (Financial), or merely retrieve information (Read).

From the tool's definition Tool creates a copy of a sheet ("Creates a copy of the specified sheet"), which is a reversible data modification operation. The action results in duplication of existing data rather than deletion or destruction.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

copy_sheet Rate-limited

copy_sheet 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": {
    "copy_sheet": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "copy_sheet_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 Smartsheet MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about copy_sheet

What does the copy_sheet tool do? +

Creates a copy of the specified sheet in the same folder. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Smartsheet 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 copy_sheet? +

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

What risk level is copy_sheet? +

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

Can I rate-limit copy_sheet? +

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

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

copy_sheet is provided by the Smartsheet MCP Server MCP server (thomaswtwrt/smar-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

// THE FULL RECORD

copy_sheet is one line of Smartsheet MCP Server's registry record.

The record carries the whole server: verified identity, auth posture, risk grade, every tool classified, recommended policy — re-checked continuously.

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