Extract all code blocks from a Markdown document. Returns a JSON array of code blocks, each with language, code content, and start/end line numbers. Useful for extracting code snippets from LLM responses or documentation.
Part of the Markdown server.
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AI agents call extract_code_blocks to retrieve information from Markdown 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 extract_code_blocks 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.
{
"version": "1",
"default": "deny",
"tools": {
"extract_code_blocks": {}
}
}See the full Markdown policy for all 34 tools.
These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access extract_code_blocks gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:
Other read tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: allow, with a rate cap to control cost.
Extract all code blocks from a Markdown document. Returns a JSON array of code blocks, each with language, code content, and start/end line numbers. Useful for extracting code snippets from LLM responses or documentation.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Markdown MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.
Register the Markdown MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for extract_code_blocks: 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 Markdown. Nothing to install.
extract_code_blocks is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.
Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the extract_code_blocks 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.
Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for extract_code_blocks. 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.
extract_code_blocks is provided by the Markdown MCP server (@xjtlumedia/markdown-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.
Deterministic rules across all 34 Markdown tools. Per-identity grants. Full audit log. Live in minutes. Nothing to install.
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