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get_console_message

Access a specific console message

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

WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents call get_console_message to retrieve information from Chrome DevTools 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 GET_CONSOLE_MESSAGE

Even though get_console_message 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.

chrome-devtools.yaml
tools:
  get_console_message:
    rules:
      - action: allow

See the full Chrome DevTools policy for all 29 tools.

DETAILS

Tool Name

get_console_message

Category

Read

Risk Level

Low

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does the get_console_message tool do?

Access a specific console message. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Chrome DevTools MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on get_console_message?

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

What risk level is get_console_message?

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

Can I rate-limit get_console_message?

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

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for get_console_message. 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_console_message?

get_console_message is provided by the Chrome DevTools MCP server (ChromeDevTools/chrome-devtools-mcp). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

ENFORCE POLICIES ON CHROME DEVTOOLS

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