sdcloud_list_ips_vulnerabilities

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations, the description bears full responsibility for behavioral disclosure. It correctly states the tool is read-only, but lacks details on response structure, pagination behavior, or any side effects. The mention of 'optional pagination, filtering, and sorting' adds some value but is insufficient for full transparency.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Single sentence that front-loads the purpose and includes key features. No wasted words; efficient for a simple list operation.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given 5 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is too minimal. It does not explain return values, the effect of parameters like 'count', or the nature of the 'reference data'. More detail is needed for an agent to fully understand the tool's behavior.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100%, so baseline is 3. The description adds a high-level summary of parameter capabilities (pagination, filtering, sorting) but no new details beyond what the schema already provides. No parameter-specific value added.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the verb (List) and resource (IPS vulnerabilities) and notes it is read-only reference data. However, it does not explicitly distinguish from the sibling 'sdcloud_get_ips_vulnerability' which retrieves a single vulnerability, though the plural and 'list' imply the difference.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'sdcloud_get_ips_vulnerability' or when not to use it. The description does not mention exclusions or conditions, leaving the agent without context for selection.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.