update_file_status · Code Analysis MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What update_file_status does on Code Analysis MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why update_file_status needs a policy

This tool modifies file status/metadata in a reversible manner without deleting data or executing arbitrary code. It aligns with Write category (create, update, post, upload operations). Severity is medium because status updates could affect code audit workflows and permissions, but the change is typically reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'update_file_status' indicates modifying metadata/state of files. Description '更新文件审计状态' (Chinese: 'update file audit status') confirms this is an update operation that changes file-related data.

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Verdict

update_file_status Rate-limited

update_file_status 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": {
    "update_file_status": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "update_file_status_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about update_file_status

What does the update_file_status tool do? +

更新文件审计状态. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Code Analysis 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 update_file_status? +

Register the Code Analysis MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for update_file_status: 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 Code Analysis MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is update_file_status? +

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

Can I rate-limit update_file_status? +

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

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

update_file_status is provided by the Code Analysis MCP Server MCP server (zeocax/code-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.