getNetworkErrors
Get failed HTTP requests (4xx/5xx)
Part of the BrowserTools MCP server. Enforce policies on this tool with Intercept, the open-source MCP proxy.
WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL
AI agents call getNetworkErrors to retrieve information from BrowserTools 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.
WHY ENFORCE A POLICY ON GETNETWORKERRORS
Even though getNetworkErrors 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.
RECOMMENDED POLICY
Read-only tools are safe to allow by default. No rate limit needed unless you want to control costs.
tools:
getNetworkErrors:
rules:
- action: allowSee the full BrowserTools policy for all 15 tools.
DETAILS
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does the getNetworkErrors tool do?
Get failed HTTP requests (4xx/5xx). It is categorised as a Read tool in the BrowserTools MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.
How do I enforce a policy on getNetworkErrors?
Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for getNetworkErrors. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the BrowserTools MCP server.
What risk level is getNetworkErrors?
getNetworkErrors is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.
Can I rate-limit getNetworkErrors?
Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the getNetworkErrors 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 getNetworkErrors completely?
Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for getNetworkErrors. 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 getNetworkErrors?
getNetworkErrors is provided by the BrowserTools MCP server (AgentDeskAI/browser-tools-mcp). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.
ENFORCE POLICIES ON BROWSERTOOLS
Open source. One binary. Zero dependencies.