drive_folder_trash

Soft-delete folder + entire subtree (cascade). Active share-links on contained files are revoked.

Server TrekMail MCP Server trekmail/mcp-server
Category Destructive
Risk class Critical
Parameters 00 required

What drive_folder_trash does on TrekMail MCP Server

AI agents call drive_folder_trash to permanently remove resources in TrekMail MCP Server — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.

Why drive_folder_trash needs a policy

Although described as 'soft-delete,' the tool removes an entire folder hierarchy and revokes all active share-links on contained files. This is an irreversible data deletion operation affecting potentially many files and their sharing permissions.

From the tool's definition Tool description explicitly states "Soft-delete folder + entire subtree (cascade)" which deletes a folder and all contained items irreversibly. Additionally, "Active share-links on contained files are revoked," indicating permanent removal of access.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Questions about drive_folder_trash

What does the drive_folder_trash tool do? +

Soft-delete folder + entire subtree (cascade). Active share-links on contained files are revoked. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the TrekMail MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on drive_folder_trash? +

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

What risk level is drive_folder_trash? +

drive_folder_trash is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit drive_folder_trash? +

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

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

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

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