// MCP TOOL REFERENCE

auto_swap

Build + sign + submit in one step. Requires TRADEROUTER_PRIVATE_KEY.

Part of the Trade Router MCP server. Enforce policies on this tool with Intercept, the open-source MCP proxy.

@traderouter/trade-router-mcp Execute Risk 3/5

// WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents invoke auto_swap to trigger processes or run actions in Trade Router. Execute operations can have side effects beyond the immediate call -- triggering builds, sending notifications, or starting workflows. Rate limits and argument validation are essential to prevent runaway execution.

// WHY ENFORCE A POLICY ON AUTO_SWAP

auto_swap can trigger processes with real-world consequences. An uncontrolled agent might start dozens of builds, send mass notifications, or kick off expensive compute jobs. Intercept enforces rate limits and validates arguments to keep execution within safe bounds.

// RECOMMENDED POLICY

Execute tools trigger processes. Rate-limit and validate arguments to prevent unintended side effects.

io-github-traderouter-trade-router-mcp.yaml

tools:
  auto_swap:
    rules:
      - action: allow
        rate_limit:
          max: 10
          window: 60
        validate:
          required_args: true

See the full Trade Router policy for all 21 tools.

// DETAILS

Tool Name auto_swap

Category Execute

MCP Server Trade Router MCP Server

Risk Level High

// MORE TRADE ROUTER TOOLS

Destructive cancel_order Execute build_swap Execute place_limit_trailing_twap_order Execute place_limit_twap_order Execute place_trailing_twap_order Write connect_websocket Write submit_signed_swap Read check_order

View all 21 tools →

// WHAT CAN GO WRONG

Agents calling execute-class tools like auto_swap have been implicated in these attack patterns. Read the full case and prevention policy for each:

Browse the full MCP Attack Database →

// OTHER EXECUTE TOOLS ACROSS MCP SERVERS

Other tools in the Execute risk category across the catalogue. The same policy patterns (rate-limit, validate) apply to each.

Agent Passport System — Cryptographic Identity for AI Agents commerce_preflight Agent Passport System — Cryptographic Identity for AI Agents execute_with_context Agent Passport System — Cryptographic Identity for AI Agents gateway_execute_approval Agent Passport System — Cryptographic Identity for AI Agents governance_360 Agent Passport System — Cryptographic Identity for AI Agents parse_governance_block_html AgentClear — API Marketplace for AI Agents call_service

// IN CONTEXT OF HIGH RISK

auto_swap is one of the high-risk operations in Trade Router. For the full severity-focused view — only the high-risk tools with their recommended policies — see the breakdown for this server, or browse all high-risk tools across every MCP server.

// RELATED READING

// FAQ

What does the auto_swap tool do? +

Build + sign + submit in one step. Requires TRADEROUTER_PRIVATE_KEY.. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Trade Router MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on auto_swap? +

Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for auto_swap. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the Trade Router MCP server.

What risk level is auto_swap? +

auto_swap is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit auto_swap? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the auto_swap rule in your Intercept 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 auto_swap completely? +

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for auto_swap. 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 auto_swap? +

auto_swap is provided by the Trade Router MCP server (@traderouter/trade-router-mcp). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

auto_swap

Enforce policies on Trade Router