Low Risk

scan_receipt

Extract precious metals purchase data from a receipt image using AI vision

Risk signalsHandles credentials or secrets (api_key)

Part of the Troystack server.

scan_receipt 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 scan_receipt to retrieve information from Troystack 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 scan_receipt 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": {
    "scan_receipt": {}
  }
}

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

Extract precious metals purchase data from a receipt image using AI vision. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Troystack MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on scan_receipt? +

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

What risk level is scan_receipt? +

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

Can I rate-limit scan_receipt? +

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

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

scan_receipt is provided by the Troystack MCP server (https://api.troystack.ai/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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