batch_apply_word_style · Office MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What batch_apply_word_style does on Office MCP Server

AI agents use batch_apply_word_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 batch_apply_word_style needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies document properties (styles) reversibly across Word documents. It does not delete data or execute arbitrary code—it applies formatting styles, which is a standard Write operation. Severity is medium because bulk style application across multiple documents could affect many files, but changes are reversible and non-destructive.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'batch_apply_word_style' and description '批量应用样式到多个 Word 文档' (batch apply styles to multiple Word documents) indicates modifying document formatting across multiple files.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

batch_apply_word_style Rate-limited

batch_apply_word_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": {
    "batch_apply_word_style": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "batch_apply_word_style_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about batch_apply_word_style

What does the batch_apply_word_style tool do? +

批量应用样式到多个 Word 文档. 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 batch_apply_word_style? +

Register the Office MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for batch_apply_word_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 batch_apply_word_style? +

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

Can I rate-limit batch_apply_word_style? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the batch_apply_word_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 batch_apply_word_style completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for batch_apply_word_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 batch_apply_word_style? +

batch_apply_word_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.