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gunbroker_get_item

Get full details for a single GunBroker listing by item ID — title, description, prices, seller, shipping, condition, category, and time remaining. Public — needs only a GunBroker developer key (_apiKey).

Part of the Gunbroker server.

gunbroker_get_item 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 gunbroker_get_item to retrieve information from Gunbroker 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 gunbroker_get_item 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": {
    "gunbroker_get_item": {}
  }
}

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

Get full details for a single GunBroker listing by item ID — title, description, prices, seller, shipping, condition, category, and time remaining. Public — needs only a GunBroker developer key (_apiKey).. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Gunbroker MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on gunbroker_get_item? +

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

What risk level is gunbroker_get_item? +

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

Can I rate-limit gunbroker_get_item? +

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

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

gunbroker_get_item is provided by the Gunbroker MCP server (https://gateway.pipeworx.io/gunbroker/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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