decode_obj

THE RISK

Low Risk

Why decode_obj needs a policy

Decoding is a read operation that transforms data from one format to another without modifying state, creating resources, executing external operations, or causing irreversible changes. The tool merely interprets existing data.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'decode_obj' and description 'Decode msgpack bytes to an object' indicate a data decoding operation that retrieves/parses information with no side effects.

Documented attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access decode_obj gives an agent:

POLICY

How to control decode_obj

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway — it sits between your AI agents and Algorand MCP, and nothing reaches the server without passing your rules. This is the rule we recommend for decode_obj:

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "decode_obj": {}
  }
}

decode_obj is read-only, so it stays allowed — but everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

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FAQ

Questions about decode_obj

What does the decode_obj tool do? +

Decode msgpack bytes to an object. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Algorand MCP MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on decode_obj? +

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

What risk level is decode_obj? +

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

Can I rate-limit decode_obj? +

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

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

decode_obj is provided by the Algorand MCP server (goplausible/algorand-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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