outlier_detector

A tool to detect outliers in a collection using the IQR method

Server JeffersonStats sharabhshukla/jeffersonstatsmcp
Category Read
Risk class Low
Parameters 00 required

What outlier_detector does on JeffersonStats

AI agents call outlier_detector to retrieve information from JeffersonStats without modifying anything — typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

Why outlier_detector needs a policy

This tool retrieves statistical insights from input data using a standard mathematical method (IQR). It has no side effects, does not modify data, does not execute arbitrary code, and does not trigger external operations. It is purely analytical, making it a Read category tool with low severity risk. The confidence is high because the description clearly indicates a computational analysis function.

From the tool's definition The tool 'outlier_detector' with description 'A tool to detect outliers in a collection using the IQR method' performs statistical analysis on provided data.

Questions about outlier_detector

What does the outlier_detector tool do? +

A tool to detect outliers in a collection using the IQR method. It is categorised as a Read tool in the JeffersonStats MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on outlier_detector? +

Register the JeffersonStats MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for outlier_detector: 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 JeffersonStats. Nothing to install.

What risk level is outlier_detector? +

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

Can I rate-limit outlier_detector? +

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

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

outlier_detector is provided by the JeffersonStats MCP server (sharabhshukla/jeffersonstatsmcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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