latest_date

// WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents call latest_date to retrieve information from Syncline 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.

// WHY ENFORCE A POLICY ON LATEST_DATE

Even though latest_date 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.

// RECOMMENDED POLICY

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

com-kekwanu-syncline-mcp-server-python.yaml

tools:
  latest_date:
    rules:
      - action: allow

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// DETAILS

Tool Name latest_date

Category Read

MCP Server Syncline MCP Server

Risk Level Low

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// RELATED READING

// FAQ

What does the latest_date tool do? +

Set end of scheduling search window. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Syncline MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on latest_date? +

Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for latest_date. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the Syncline MCP server.

What risk level is latest_date? +

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

Can I rate-limit latest_date? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the latest_date 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.

How do I block latest_date completely? +

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for latest_date. 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 latest_date? +

latest_date is provided by the Syncline MCP server (syncline-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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