MCP / Permissions

Invalid file permission - MCP filesystem or design tool

The MCP server tried to read or write a path or remote resource outside its allowed permissions.

MCP invalid file permissionMCP permission deniedMCP EACCES
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Error text / 报错原文

  • Invalid file permission
  • permission denied
  • EACCES

What it means

The MCP server tried to read or write a path or remote resource outside its allowed permissions.

Most common causes

  • Filesystem server root does not include the requested path
  • Design or Git provider token lacks scope
  • Windows path casing or drive mapping mismatch
  • Containerized server cannot see host files

Fastest fix

  • Confirm the allowed root path
  • Open the file directly from the same server process
  • Check token scopes
  • Use an absolute path

Safe fix

  • Grant the smallest directory required
  • Prefer read-only scopes for inspection
  • Keep write tools behind confirmation
  • Document path rules for Windows, WSL, and containers

What not to do

  • Do not grant filesystem access to your home directory by default
  • Do not add admin scopes to fix a read-only task
  • Do not expose secrets directories to agent tools

How to confirm the fix

Run the smallest reproducible command first, then retry the agent task only after authentication, quota, and tool discovery are stable.

pwd
ls -la
whoami

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