batch_format_word_text · Office MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What batch_format_word_text does on Office MCP Server

AI agents use batch_format_word_text 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_text needs a policy

Batch formatting text in Word documents is a reversible modification (Write category). It changes document content/appearance but does not delete data or execute arbitrary code. Severity is medium because a malicious batch format operation could significantly alter document appearance or structure affecting multiple elements, though changes are non-destructive and reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'batch_format_word_text' indicates formatting operations on Word documents. Server description states it 'enables creating, editing, and processing Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents.' The 'batch_format' prefix suggests applying formatting…

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

batch_format_word_text Rate-limited

batch_format_word_text 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_text": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "batch_format_word_text_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about batch_format_word_text

What does the batch_format_word_text tool do? +

batch_format_word_text. 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_text? +

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

batch_format_word_text 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_text? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the batch_format_word_text 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_text completely? +

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

batch_format_word_text 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.