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kyc_check

Search the FINMA registry of supervised entities and the FINMA warnings list by name. Returns up to top_k authorised entities + any matching warning entries. Use this for basic counterparty KYC screening.

Part of the Openswissdata server.

kyc_check 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 kyc_check to retrieve information from Openswissdata 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 kyc_check 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": {
    "kyc_check": {}
  }
}

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

Search the FINMA registry of supervised entities and the FINMA warnings list by name. Returns up to top_k authorised entities + any matching warning entries. Use this for basic counterparty KYC screening.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Openswissdata MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on kyc_check? +

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

What risk level is kyc_check? +

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

Can I rate-limit kyc_check? +

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

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

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

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