appflowy_create_row · AppFlowy MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What appflowy_create_row does on AppFlowy MCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why appflowy_create_row needs a policy

This tool creates new data (a database row) which is reversible and modifiable. It is not a destructive action like deletion, nor does it execute arbitrary code or move money. It fits the Write category as it creates data. Severity is medium because creating unwanted or malicious database entries could pollute data and require cleanup, but the effect is limited to a single row and reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool creates a new row in a database. The verb "create" and the action of adding a new data record indicates data modification that is reversible (rows can be deleted).

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

appflowy_create_row Rate-limited

appflowy_create_row 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": {
    "appflowy_create_row": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "appflowy_create_row_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about appflowy_create_row

What does the appflowy_create_row tool do? +

Create a new row in a database. It is categorised as a Write tool in the AppFlowy MCP MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on appflowy_create_row? +

Register the AppFlowy MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for appflowy_create_row: 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 AppFlowy MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is appflowy_create_row? +

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

Can I rate-limit appflowy_create_row? +

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

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

appflowy_create_row is provided by the AppFlowy MCP server (weironz/appflowy_mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.