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axiom_read_skill

Read skill content with optional section filtering. Supports reading specific sections to reduce token usage (~3 KB per section vs ~26 KB full skill). Can read multiple skills in one call.

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

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WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents call axiom_read_skill to perform operations in Axiom. While the risk category is not fully classified, applying a rate limit gives you visibility into how often the tool is called and prevents unexpected bursts of activity from autonomous agents.

WHY ENFORCE A POLICY ON AXIOM_READ_SKILL

Applying a policy to axiom_read_skill gives you an audit trail of every call an AI agent makes. Even for low-risk tools, visibility into agent behaviour helps you debug issues, optimise workflows, and maintain compliance with your organisation's security requirements.

RECOMMENDED POLICY

Apply a rate limit to control usage and monitor for unexpected behaviour.

axiom.yaml 
tools:
  axiom_read_skill:
    rules:
      - action: allow
        rate_limit:
          max: 60
          window: 60

See the full Axiom policy for all 4 tools.

DETAILS

Tool Name

axiom_read_skill

Category

Other

MCP Server

Axiom MCP Server

Risk Level

Low

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axiom_search_skills Other
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does the axiom_read_skill tool do?

Read skill content with optional section filtering. Supports reading specific sections to reduce token usage (~3 KB per section vs ~26 KB full skill). Can read multiple skills in one call.. It is categorised as a Other tool in the Axiom MCP Server, which means it performs auxiliary operations.

How do I enforce a policy on axiom_read_skill?

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

What risk level is axiom_read_skill?

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

Can I rate-limit axiom_read_skill?

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the axiom_read_skill 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 axiom_read_skill completely?

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for axiom_read_skill. 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 axiom_read_skill?

axiom_read_skill is provided by the Axiom MCP server (). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

ENFORCE POLICIES ON AXIOM

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