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check_session

Check the connection status of a sncro session. Call this after create_session to confirm the browser has connected before using other tools. If status is "waiting", the user hasn't enabled sncro yet — remind them to click/paste the enable URL, wait a few seconds, and call check_session again. Re...

Risk signalsHandles credentials or secrets (secret)

Part of the Sncro server.

check_session 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 check_session to retrieve information from Sncro 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 check_session 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": {
    "check_session": {}
  }
}

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

Check the connection status of a sncro session. Call this after create_session to confirm the browser has connected before using other tools. If status is "waiting", the user hasn't enabled sncro yet — remind them to click/paste the enable URL, wait a few seconds, and call check_session again. Returns: status: "not_found" | "waiting" | "connected" session_age_seconds: how long since the session was created next_step: what to do based on current status. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Sncro MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on check_session? +

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

What risk level is check_session? +

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

Can I rate-limit check_session? +

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

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

check_session is provided by the Sncro MCP server (https://relay.sncro.net/tools/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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