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zk_list_circuits

Enumerate supported circuits and verification key fingerprints. Primary: Varuna over BLS12-377 (Aleo snarkVM-compatible). Research-stage: Groth16, Plonk. Future: Risc0, Plonky2. Free. Read-only.

Part of the Hive Zk Attestation server.

zk_list_circuits 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 zk_list_circuits to retrieve information from Hive Zk Attestation 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 zk_list_circuits 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": {
    "zk_list_circuits": {}
  }
}

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

Enumerate supported circuits and verification key fingerprints. Primary: Varuna over BLS12-377 (Aleo snarkVM-compatible). Research-stage: Groth16, Plonk. Future: Risc0, Plonky2. Free. Read-only.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Hive Zk Attestation MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on zk_list_circuits? +

Register the Hive Zk Attestation MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for zk_list_circuits: 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 Hive Zk Attestation. Nothing to install.

What risk level is zk_list_circuits? +

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

Can I rate-limit zk_list_circuits? +

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

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

zk_list_circuits is provided by the Hive Zk Attestation MCP server (https://hive-mcp-zk-attestation.onrender.com/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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