Low Risk

query_documents

Search your documents using both meaning and exact keyword matching. You can also use advanced syntax: -

Part of the Rag Vault server.

query_documents 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.

SECURE RAG VAULT →

Free to start. No card required.

AI agents call query_documents to retrieve information from Rag Vault 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 query_documents 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": {
    "query_documents": {}
  }
}

See the full Rag Vault policy for all 9 tools.

Get this rule live on your own Rag Vault server in minutes. PolicyLayer enforces it on every call, before it runs.

ENFORCE ON MY RAG VAULT →

View all 9 tools →

These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access query_documents gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:

Browse the full MCP Attack Database →

Every attack above starts with a tool call. PolicyLayer checks each one against your policy first, so query_documents only ever does what you allow.

SECURE RAG VAULT →

Other read tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: allow, with a rate cap to control cost.

What does the query_documents tool do? +

Search your documents using both meaning and exact keyword matching. You can also use advanced syntax: -. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Rag Vault MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on query_documents? +

Register the Rag Vault MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for query_documents: 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 Rag Vault. Nothing to install.

What risk level is query_documents? +

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

Can I rate-limit query_documents? +

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

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

query_documents is provided by the Rag Vault MCP server (@robthepcguy/rag-vault). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

Enforce policy on every Rag Vault tool call.

Deterministic rules across all 9 Rag Vault tools. Per-identity grants. Full audit log. Live in minutes. Nothing to install.

Free to start. No card required.

4,600+ MCP servers and 31,000+ tools scanned and risk-classified.

// GET IN TOUCH

Have a question or want to learn more? Send us a message.

Message sent.

We'll get back to you soon.