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inspect_block

Get full detail for a specific block including all transactions, whale activity, and RAG chunks. Useful for deep investigation.

Part of the Bitpoort server.

inspect_block 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 inspect_block to retrieve information from Bitpoort 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 inspect_block 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": {
    "inspect_block": {}
  }
}

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

Get full detail for a specific block including all transactions, whale activity, and RAG chunks. Useful for deep investigation.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Bitpoort MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on inspect_block? +

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

What risk level is inspect_block? +

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

Can I rate-limit inspect_block? +

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

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

inspect_block is provided by the Bitpoort MCP server (bitpoort/on-chain-data). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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