Call a raw Blockscout API endpoint for advanced or chain-specific data. Do not include query strings in ``endpoint_path``; pass all query parameters via ``query_params`` to avoid double-encoding. **SUPPORTS PAGINATION**: If response includes 'pagination' field, use the provided ...
Part of the Blockscout MCP Server MCP server. Enforce policies on this tool with Intercept, the open-source MCP proxy.
AI agents call direct_api_call to retrieve information from Blockscout MCP Server 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 direct_api_call 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.
tools:
direct_api_call:
rules:
- action: allowSee the full Blockscout MCP Server policy for all 18 tools.
Agents calling read-class tools like direct_api_call have been implicated in these attack patterns. Read the full case and prevention policy for each:
Other tools in the Read risk category across the catalogue. The same policy patterns (rate-limit, allow) apply to each.
Call a raw Blockscout API endpoint for advanced or chain-specific data. Do not include query strings in ``endpoint_path``; pass all query parameters via ``query_params`` to avoid double-encoding. **SUPPORTS PAGINATION**: If response includes 'pagination' field, use the provided next_call to get additional pages. Returns: ToolResponse[Any]: Must return ToolResponse[Any] (not ToolResponse[BaseModel]) because specialized handlers can return lists or other types that don't inherit from BaseModel. The dispatcher system supports flexible data structures. . It is categorised as a Read tool in the Blockscout MCP Server MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.
Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for direct_api_call. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the Blockscout MCP Server MCP server.
direct_api_call is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.
Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the direct_api_call rule in your Intercept 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.
Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for direct_api_call. 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.
direct_api_call is provided by the Blockscout MCP Server MCP server (blockscout/mcp-server). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.
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