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get_setup_instructions

Return step-by-step instructions for connecting this MCP server to Cursor, Windsurf, VS Code, Claude Desktop, Claude Code, or Trae. Safe to call without authentication — use this when the user asks 'how do I set up Keploy MCP?' or when a tool call fails with an auth error.

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get_setup_instructions 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_setup_instructions to retrieve information from Keploy 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_setup_instructions 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_setup_instructions": {}
  }
}

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

Return step-by-step instructions for connecting this MCP server to Cursor, Windsurf, VS Code, Claude Desktop, Claude Code, or Trae. Safe to call without authentication — use this when the user asks 'how do I set up Keploy MCP?' or when a tool call fails with an auth error.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Keploy MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on get_setup_instructions? +

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

What risk level is get_setup_instructions? +

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

Can I rate-limit get_setup_instructions? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the get_setup_instructions 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_setup_instructions completely? +

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

get_setup_instructions is provided by the Keploy MCP server (https://api.keploy.io/client/v1/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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