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get_toc

Get the table of contents (TOC) or bookmarks from a PDF file. Use this tool when the user wants to see the document structure, chapters, sections, or bookmarks. Useful for navigating large PDFs. Note: This feature is currently a placeholder and requires pdfjs-dist implementation.

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get_toc 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_toc to retrieve information from Parseflow 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_toc 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_toc": {}
  }
}

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

Get the table of contents (TOC) or bookmarks from a PDF file. Use this tool when the user wants to see the document structure, chapters, sections, or bookmarks. Useful for navigating large PDFs. Note: This feature is currently a placeholder and requires pdfjs-dist implementation.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Parseflow MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on get_toc? +

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

What risk level is get_toc? +

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

Can I rate-limit get_toc? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the get_toc 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_toc completely? +

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

get_toc is provided by the Parseflow MCP server (parseflow-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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