apply_word_table_style · Office MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What apply_word_table_style does on Office MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why apply_word_table_style needs a policy

The tool modifies document content (table styling) but does not create irreversible changes, execute arbitrary code, or affect data integrity. Applying a style is a reversible write operation typical of document editing. Severity is low because style changes have no impact on document data, access control, or external systems.

From the tool's definition Tool description states '应用 Word 表格样式' (apply Word table style), which modifies the visual formatting of an existing table in a Word document. This is a formatting/styling operation.

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Verdict

apply_word_table_style Rate-limited

apply_word_table_style 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": {
    "apply_word_table_style": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "apply_word_table_style_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about apply_word_table_style

What does the apply_word_table_style tool do? +

应用 Word 表格样式. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Office 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 apply_word_table_style? +

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

What risk level is apply_word_table_style? +

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

Can I rate-limit apply_word_table_style? +

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

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

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