execute_custom_analytics_code_tool

WHAT IT DOES

What execute_custom_analytics_code_tool does on Alpaca MCP Gold Standard

AI agents invoke execute_custom_analytics_code_tool to trigger actions in Alpaca MCP Gold Standard. What it does depends on the arguments the agent supplies, and its effects often reach beyond the immediate call — builds kicked off, notifications sent, workflows started.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why execute_custom_analytics_code_tool needs a policy

This tool likely permits execution of arbitrary code with access to trading account and market data. On a financial trading platform, code execution can be weaponized to modify positions, drain accounts, or trigger unintended trades. The lack of description prevents full assessment but the naming convention is unambiguous.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'execute' and 'code', indicating arbitrary code execution capability. Despite empty description, the name 'execute_custom_analytics_code_tool' strongly suggests runtime code execution.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

execute_custom_analytics_code_tool Rate-limited

execute_custom_analytics_code_tool stays usable, but rate-capped — a runaway agent can't fire it dozens of times a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "execute_custom_analytics_code_tool": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "execute_custom_analytics_code_tool_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

RATE-LIMIT THIS TOOL →

Instant setup, no code required.

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Alpaca MCP Gold Standard, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about execute_custom_analytics_code_tool

What does the execute_custom_analytics_code_tool tool do? +

execute_custom_analytics_code_tool. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Alpaca MCP Gold Standard MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on execute_custom_analytics_code_tool? +

Register the Alpaca MCP Gold Standard MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for execute_custom_analytics_code_tool: 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 Alpaca MCP Gold Standard. Nothing to install.

What risk level is execute_custom_analytics_code_tool? +

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

Can I rate-limit execute_custom_analytics_code_tool? +

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

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

execute_custom_analytics_code_tool is provided by the Alpaca MCP Gold Standard MCP server (joravetz/alpaca-mcp-gold). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.