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load_rule_pack

Load a prebuilt Blueprint template for fast onboarding. Rule Packs are ready-made governance configurations for common use cases. Call with no pack_id to list all available packs. Call with a pack_id to load the full configuration, then use create_blueprint to save it. Available packs include tem...

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Part of the Governance Platform server.

load_rule_pack 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 load_rule_pack to retrieve information from Governance Platform 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 load_rule_pack 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": {
    "load_rule_pack": {}
  }
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access load_rule_pack 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 load_rule_pack 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 load_rule_pack tool do? +

Load a prebuilt Blueprint template for fast onboarding. Rule Packs are ready-made governance configurations for common use cases. Call with no pack_id to list all available packs. Call with a pack_id to load the full configuration, then use create_blueprint to save it. Available packs include templates for: invoice governance, timecard/payroll governance, legal document governance, purchase order governance, and insurance claims governance. Each includes field definitions, derivation rules, constraints, and agent conditioning instructions. Args: api_key: GeodesicAI API key (starts with gai_) pack_id: ID of the rule pack to load. Omit to list available packs.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Governance Platform MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on load_rule_pack? +

Register the Governance Platform MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for load_rule_pack: 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 Governance Platform. Nothing to install.

What risk level is load_rule_pack? +

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

Can I rate-limit load_rule_pack? +

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

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

load_rule_pack is provided by the Governance Platform MCP server (https://app.geodesiclabs.ai/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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