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trigger_internal_scan

Generate a deploy token for the internal network scanner agent. Returns an API key and installation instructions for deploying the agent inside a practice network. Cost: 25 credits.

Part of the HIPAA Agent server.

trigger_internal_scan can trigger actions in HIPAA Agent, with no limits today. PolicyLayer puts allow, deny, and rate-limit rules on every call. Live in minutes.

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AI agents invoke trigger_internal_scan to trigger processes or run actions in HIPAA Agent. 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.

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

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

policy.json
{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "trigger_internal_scan": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "trigger_internal_scan_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access trigger_internal_scan 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 trigger_internal_scan only ever does what you allow.

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Other execute tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: rate-limit and validate the arguments.

What does the trigger_internal_scan tool do? +

Generate a deploy token for the internal network scanner agent. Returns an API key and installation instructions for deploying the agent inside a practice network. Cost: 25 credits.. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the HIPAA Agent MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on trigger_internal_scan? +

Register the HIPAA Agent MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for trigger_internal_scan: 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 HIPAA Agent. Nothing to install.

What risk level is trigger_internal_scan? +

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

Can I rate-limit trigger_internal_scan? +

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

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

trigger_internal_scan is provided by the HIPAA Agent MCP server (https://hipaaagent.ai/api/mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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