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index_documentation

Scan and index documentation files (*.md, specs, docs folders) in the project. Extracts titles, descriptions, keywords, and tracks data lineage.

Part of the Vasperamemory server.

index_documentation 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 index_documentation to retrieve information from Vasperamemory 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 index_documentation 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": {
    "index_documentation": {}
  }
}

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

Scan and index documentation files (*.md, specs, docs folders) in the project. Extracts titles, descriptions, keywords, and tracks data lineage.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Vasperamemory MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on index_documentation? +

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

What risk level is index_documentation? +

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

Can I rate-limit index_documentation? +

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

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

index_documentation is provided by the Vasperamemory MCP server (vasperamemory). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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