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get_index_info

Get statistics about the Lenny Zeltser's Website search index including total pages indexed, last update time, and available tools.

Part of the Website Search server.

get_index_info 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_index_info to retrieve information from Website Search 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_index_info 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_index_info": {}
  }
}

See the full Website Search policy for all 53 tools.

Get this rule live on your own Website Search server in minutes. PolicyLayer enforces it on every call, before it runs.

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

Get statistics about the Lenny Zeltser's Website search index including total pages indexed, last update time, and available tools.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Website Search MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on get_index_info? +

Register the Website Search MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for get_index_info: 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 Website Search. Nothing to install.

What risk level is get_index_info? +

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

Can I rate-limit get_index_info? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the get_index_info 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_index_info completely? +

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

get_index_info is provided by the Website Search MCP server (https://website-mcp.zeltser.com/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

Enforce policy on every Website Search tool call.

Deterministic rules across all 53 Website Search tools. Per-identity grants. Full audit log. Live in minutes. Nothing to install.

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