Low Risk

download_resource

Download workflow resources. Returns URLs — download and save to disk. Supports batch: pass `filenames` (array) to retrieve multiple resources in one call, or `filename` (string) for a single resource. Available resources: sz_json_analyzer.py, sz_schema_generator.py, senzing_entity_specification....

Accepts file system path (filename); Single-target operation

Part of the Senzing MCP server. Enforce policies on this tool with Intercept, the open-source MCP proxy.

AI agents call download_resource to retrieve information from Senzing 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 download_resource 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.

senzing-entity-resolution.yaml
tools:
  download_resource:
    rules:
      - action: allow

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Tool Name download_resource
Category Read
MCP Server Senzing MCP Server
Risk Level Low

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Agents calling read-class tools like download_resource have been implicated in these attack patterns. Read the full case and prevention policy for each:

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Other tools in the Read risk category across the catalogue. The same policy patterns (rate-limit, allow) apply to each.

What does the download_resource tool do? +

Download workflow resources. Returns URLs — download and save to disk. Supports batch: pass `filenames` (array) to retrieve multiple resources in one call, or `filename` (string) for a single resource. Available resources: sz_json_analyzer.py, sz_schema_generator.py, senzing_entity_specification.md, senzing_mapping_examples.md, identifier_crosswalk.json. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Senzing MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on download_resource? +

Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for download_resource. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the Senzing MCP server.

What risk level is download_resource? +

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

Can I rate-limit download_resource? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the download_resource rule in your Intercept 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 download_resource completely? +

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for download_resource. 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 download_resource? +

download_resource is provided by the Senzing MCP server (senzing/entity-resolution). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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