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aps_capability_sign_effect

v0.1 capability-token sink effect receipt (M4). Sink consumes the token preimage from the gateway's M3 (rejecting on nullifier replay), executes the action, and signs an EffectReceipt binding the consumed token to the result. The (M1, M3, M4) tuple is the full attestation record. Search keywords:...

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Part of the Agent Passport System — Cryptographic Identity for AI Agents server.

aps_capability_sign_effect is read-only, but an agent in a loop can still rack up calls and cost. PolicyLayer caps every call before it runs. Live in minutes.

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AI agents call aps_capability_sign_effect to retrieve information from Agent Passport System — Cryptographic Identity for AI Agents without modifying any data. This is common in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows where the agent needs context before taking action. Because read operations don't change state, they are generally safe to allow without restrictions -- but you may still want rate limits to control API costs.

Even though aps_capability_sign_effect only reads data, uncontrolled read access can leak sensitive information or rack up API costs. An agent caught in a retry loop could make thousands of calls per minute. A rate limit gives you a safety net without blocking legitimate use.

Read-only tools are safe to allow by default. No rate limit needed unless you want to control costs.

policy.json
{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "aps_capability_sign_effect": {}
  }
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access aps_capability_sign_effect gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:

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Every attack above starts with a tool call. PolicyLayer checks each one against your policy first, so aps_capability_sign_effect only ever does what you allow.

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Other read tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: allow, with a rate cap to control cost.

What does the aps_capability_sign_effect tool do? +

v0.1 capability-token sink effect receipt (M4). Sink consumes the token preimage from the gateway's M3 (rejecting on nullifier replay), executes the action, and signs an EffectReceipt binding the consumed token to the result. The (M1, M3, M4) tuple is the full attestation record. Search keywords: capability token, effect receipt, M4, sink attestation.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Agent Passport System — Cryptographic Identity for AI Agents MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on aps_capability_sign_effect? +

Register the Agent Passport System — Cryptographic Identity for AI Agents MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for aps_capability_sign_effect: 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 Agent Passport System — Cryptographic Identity for AI Agents. Nothing to install.

What risk level is aps_capability_sign_effect? +

aps_capability_sign_effect is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit aps_capability_sign_effect? +

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

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

aps_capability_sign_effect is provided by the Agent Passport System — Cryptographic Identity for AI Agents MCP server (agent-passport-system-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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