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get_mailbox_stats

Get detailed statistics for a specific mailbox including email counts, storage usage, and folder breakdown

Part of the PO6 Mailbox server.

get_mailbox_stats 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 get_mailbox_stats to retrieve information from PO6 Mailbox 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 get_mailbox_stats 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": {
    "get_mailbox_stats": {}
  }
}

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

Get detailed statistics for a specific mailbox including email counts, storage usage, and folder breakdown. It is categorised as a Read tool in the PO6 Mailbox MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on get_mailbox_stats? +

Register the PO6 Mailbox MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for get_mailbox_stats: 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 PO6 Mailbox. Nothing to install.

What risk level is get_mailbox_stats? +

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

Can I rate-limit get_mailbox_stats? +

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

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

get_mailbox_stats is provided by the PO6 Mailbox MCP server (https://mcp.po6.com). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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