batch_format_word_combined · Office MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What batch_format_word_combined does on Office MCP Server

AI agents use batch_format_word_combined 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_format_word_combined needs a policy

The tool description is empty, which reduces confidence. However, the naming pattern ('batch_format_*') and context (Office MCP Server for document editing) strongly suggest this tool performs formatting modifications to Word documents. Formatting is reversible and non-destructive, placing it in Write category rather than Destructive.

From the tool's definition Tool named 'batch_format_word_combined' on an Office automation server that 'enables creating, editing, and processing Word...documents'.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

batch_format_word_combined Rate-limited

batch_format_word_combined 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_format_word_combined": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "batch_format_word_combined_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about batch_format_word_combined

What does the batch_format_word_combined tool do? +

batch_format_word_combined. 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_format_word_combined? +

Register the Office MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for batch_format_word_combined: 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_format_word_combined? +

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

Can I rate-limit batch_format_word_combined? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the batch_format_word_combined 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_format_word_combined completely? +

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

batch_format_word_combined 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.