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query_traces

Search recent traces from your AgentGuard-instrumented agents.

Part of the Agentguard47 server.

query_traces 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 query_traces to retrieve information from Agentguard47 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 query_traces 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": {
    "query_traces": {}
  }
}

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

Search recent traces from your AgentGuard-instrumented agents.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Agentguard47 MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on query_traces? +

Register the Agentguard47 MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for query_traces: 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 Agentguard47. Nothing to install.

What risk level is query_traces? +

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

Can I rate-limit query_traces? +

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

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

query_traces is provided by the Agentguard47 MCP server (@agentguard47/mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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