It wouldn't hurt or be illogical to assume a bit of both. I like to let people know of things before I take liberties with others' stuff, even when there's a license already permitting "worse" actions. Due to particular events within the modding community, I also tend to watch my step and assume every other one is a trap of sorts. Some people like to take the words of others and twist it to suit their own needs. Though, it's only ever escalated with one person in particular and his "following".
So yeah, I'd say you're correct on probably both counts. I just have to remember that I'm posting here and not on the MCF, so I have the luxury to loosen up a little with my opinions and such. Not that I'd purposely cause trouble. :p