get_index_stats

THE RISK

Low Risk

Why get_index_stats needs a policy

This tool retrieves and queries statistical metadata about an existing index. It performs no modifications, deletion, execution of code, or financial transactions. The operation is read-only and returns aggregate information about indexed documents. The low severity reflects minimal blast radius—misuse would only expose metadata statistics without enabling data manipulation or system compromise.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'get_index_stats' and description 'Get statistics and metadata for a specific index (document count, etc.)' indicate a retrieval operation with no side effects.

Documented attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access get_index_stats gives an agent:

POLICY

How to control get_index_stats

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway — it sits between your AI agents and Searchcraft MCP Server, and nothing reaches the server without passing your rules. This is the rule we recommend for get_index_stats:

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "get_index_stats": {}
  }
}

get_index_stats is read-only, so it stays allowed — but everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

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FAQ

Questions about get_index_stats

What does the get_index_stats tool do? +

Get statistics and metadata for a specific index (document count, etc.). It is categorised as a Read tool in the Searchcraft MCP Server MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on get_index_stats? +

Register the Searchcraft MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for get_index_stats: 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 Searchcraft MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is get_index_stats? +

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

Can I rate-limit get_index_stats? +

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

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

get_index_stats is provided by the Searchcraft MCP Server MCP server (searchcraft-inc/searchcraft-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

Enforce policy on every Searchcraft MCP Server tool call.

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