Low Risk

semantic_search_contributions

Perform semantic search on 3GPP contribution documents using FAISS-accelerated vector similarity search.

Risk signalsAccepts freeform code/query input (query)

Part of the SpecProof server.

semantic_search_contributions 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 semantic_search_contributions to retrieve information from SpecProof 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 semantic_search_contributions 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": {
    "semantic_search_contributions": {}
  }
}

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

Perform semantic search on 3GPP contribution documents using FAISS-accelerated vector similarity search.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the SpecProof MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on semantic_search_contributions? +

Register the SpecProof MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for semantic_search_contributions: 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 SpecProof. Nothing to install.

What risk level is semantic_search_contributions? +

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

Can I rate-limit semantic_search_contributions? +

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

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

semantic_search_contributions is provided by the SpecProof MCP server (https://mcp.specproof.ai/). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

Enforce policy on every SpecProof tool call.

Deterministic rules across all 8 SpecProof tools. Per-identity grants. Full audit log. Live in minutes. Nothing to install.

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