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lookup_asn

Decision policy: call lookup_asn once per ASN/IP target with required include values decided up front. Hard rule: do not call lookup_asn a second time for the same target in the same answer unless the first call failed or required data is truly missing. If the first response already contains a su...

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lookup_asn 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 lookup_asn to retrieve information from Ipgeolocation Io 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 lookup_asn 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": {
    "lookup_asn": {}
  }
}

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

Decision policy: call lookup_asn once per ASN/IP target with required include values decided up front. Hard rule: do not call lookup_asn a second time for the same target in the same answer unless the first call failed or required data is truly missing. If the first response already contains a superset of needed data, extract the requested subset locally and do not call lookup_asn again just to trim output. Detailed ASN lookup via GET /v3/asn. Paid only. Cost: 1 credit. Query by AS number or IP. Returns core ASN details and can include peers, downstreams, upstreams, routes, and WHOIS. Use lookup_ip for basic ASN data. Use this tool only when you need extended ASN datasets. Tool selection rule: if this tool is used, call it once per ASN/IP target and include set, then post-process locally. Do not re-call lookup_asn for the same target only to change fields/excludes or output shape.. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Ipgeolocation Io MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on lookup_asn? +

Register the Ipgeolocation Io MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for lookup_asn: 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 Ipgeolocation Io. Nothing to install.

What risk level is lookup_asn? +

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

Can I rate-limit lookup_asn? +

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

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

lookup_asn is provided by the Ipgeolocation Io MCP server (ipgeolocation-io-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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