get_info

Get service information including version, status, limits, and supported features.

SERVERLightning Wallet SOURCElightning-wallet-mcp
Low RISK CLASS
Category Read
Parameters 00 required
Recommended Allowedsee the rule below
Registry record Grade F, identity unverified Pull the record →

This record as markdown: /tools/io-github-lightningfaucet-lightning-wallet-mcp/get-info.md

What get_info does on Lightning Wallet

AI agents call get_info to retrieve information from Lightning Wallet without modifying anything. It is typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

Why get_info is rated Low

The tool performs a simple information retrieval operation analogous to checking service status or API version. It has no side effects, does not execute operations, and does not modify or delete data. The blast radius of misuse is minimal—an AI agent calling this repeatedly could at worst cause minor log spam or DoS, but cannot compromise the wallet or access sensitive financial data.

From the tool's definition Tool name and description: 'Get service information including version, status, limits, and supported features.' This is a read-only query operation that retrieves metadata about the service without modifying state, executing code, or moving funds.

Questions about get_info

What does the get_info tool do? +

Get service information including version, status, limits, and supported features. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Lightning Wallet MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on get_info? +

Register the Lightning Wallet MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for get_info: 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 Lightning Wallet. Nothing to install.

What risk level is get_info? +

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

Can I rate-limit get_info? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the get_info 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_info completely? +

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

get_info is provided by the Lightning Wallet MCP server (lightning-wallet-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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