Analyze GraphQL query complexity. Returns depth, field count, list multipliers, and a risk level (LOW/MEDIUM/HIGH/CRITICAL). CRITICAL means the query should be rejected.
Risk signalsAccepts freeform code/query input (query)
Part of the Graphql Dos Shield server.
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AI agents call complexity_meter to retrieve information from Graphql Dos Shield 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 complexity_meter 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.
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"default": "deny",
"tools": {
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}See the full Graphql Dos Shield policy for all 3 tools.
These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access complexity_meter gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:
Other read tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: allow, with a rate cap to control cost.
Analyze GraphQL query complexity. Returns depth, field count, list multipliers, and a risk level (LOW/MEDIUM/HIGH/CRITICAL). CRITICAL means the query should be rejected.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Graphql Dos Shield MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.
Register the Graphql Dos Shield MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for complexity_meter: 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 Graphql Dos Shield. Nothing to install.
complexity_meter is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.
Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the complexity_meter 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.
Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for complexity_meter. 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.
complexity_meter is provided by the Graphql Dos Shield MCP server (https://api.lazy-mac.com/graphql-dos-shield/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.
Deterministic rules across all 3 Graphql Dos Shield tools. Per-identity grants. Full audit log. Live in minutes. Nothing to install.
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