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pylon_search_issues

Search issues with filters. Returns compact table. Use pylon_get_issue for details.

Part of the Pylon server.

pylon_search_issues 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 pylon_search_issues to retrieve information from Pylon 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 pylon_search_issues 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": {
    "pylon_search_issues": {}
  }
}

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

Search issues with filters. Returns compact table. Use pylon_get_issue for details.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Pylon MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on pylon_search_issues? +

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

What risk level is pylon_search_issues? +

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

Can I rate-limit pylon_search_issues? +

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

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

pylon_search_issues is provided by the Pylon MCP server (JustinBeckwith/pylon-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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