Aikido Security MCP Server for Cursor 16 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.
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About Aikido Security MCP Server
Connect your Aikido Security account to any AI agent and take full control of your security posture monitoring through natural conversation.
Cursor's Agent mode turns Aikido Security into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Aikido Security and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 16 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.
What you can do
- Open Issues — List all open security vulnerabilities (CVEs, leaked secrets, cloud misconfigs, SAST findings) ordered by priority
- Repository Scanning — View all connected code repositories and their scanning status across GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket
- Cloud Asset Monitoring — List cloud infrastructure assets from AWS, GCP, and Azure being monitored for misconfigurations
- Container Security — Monitor container images and registries for known vulnerabilities
- Compliance Tracking — Get ISO 27001 and SOC2 compliance overviews for audit preparation
- Export Issues — Bulk export all security findings for reporting and analysis
- Webhook Management — List configured webhooks for Slack, Jira, and other integrations
The Aikido Security MCP Server exposes 16 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Aikido Security to Cursor via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Aikido Security MCP Server with Cursor.
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server
Start using Aikido Security
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Aikido Security, help me...". 16 tools available
Why Use Cursor with the Aikido Security MCP Server
Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Aikido Security through the Model Context Protocol.
Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context
Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards
MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment
VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools
Aikido Security + Cursor Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Aikido Security MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP
Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically
Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates
Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data
Aikido Security MCP Tools for Cursor (16)
These 16 tools become available when you connect Aikido Security to Cursor via MCP:
export_all_issues
This provides a comprehensive snapshot of your organization's security posture. Use this for compliance reporting, audit preparation, or bulk analysis of vulnerabilities. Export all security issues from Aikido
get_iso_compliance
Shows which controls are passing, failing, or need attention. Use this for compliance monitoring, audit preparation, and security posture reporting. This endpoint is available on all paid Aikido plans. Get ISO 27001 compliance overview for your organization
get_issue_group
The issue group ID can be obtained from list_open_issues. Each issue group represents a category of related vulnerabilities (e.g., the same CVE across multiple repositories). Use this to deep-dive into a specific security finding before deciding on remediation steps. Get detailed information about a specific security issue group
get_soc2_compliance
Shows which trust service criteria are met and which need remediation. Use this for SOC2 audit preparation and compliance monitoring. This endpoint is available on all paid Aikido plans. Get SOC2 compliance overview for your organization
get_workspace
Use this to verify your workspace setup and check for any configuration errors. Get workspace information and configuration
list_apps
Shows which apps have active protection and their configuration status. Use this to verify your web applications are properly secured against common attacks (SQL injection, XSS, etc.). List all web applications protected by Aikido firewall
list_cloud_assets
You can paginate through results and optionally search by text or sort by name, asset type, region, etc. Use this to understand your cloud attack surface and identify misconfigurations or vulnerabilities. List cloud infrastructure assets monitored by Aikido
list_code_repositories
This includes repositories connected from GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, etc. Use this to discover which repositories are being monitored for vulnerabilities and security issues. List all active code repositories connected to Aikido
list_connected_clouds
Shows which cloud environments are being monitored for security misconfigurations and vulnerabilities. Use this to verify cloud integrations are properly configured. List all cloud accounts connected to Aikido
list_containers
This includes Docker images from registries like Docker Hub, ECR, GCR, etc. Use this to monitor container security and identify vulnerable base images or dependencies. List all container images and repositories scanned by Aikido
list_custom_rules
Custom rules allow you to define organization-specific security checks beyond the default scanner. Use this to audit your custom rule coverage and ensure your security policies are properly enforced. List all custom SAST scanning rules in Aikido
list_open_issues
Issues include vulnerabilities from code scanning, container scanning, cloud security, SAST, IaC, DAST, and more. You can optionally filter by issue type (open_source, leaked_secret, cloud, sast, iac, docker_container, etc.), by team ID, or by repository. Supports pagination with page and per_page parameters. Use this to get a comprehensive view of your organization's security posture and prioritize remediation efforts. List all open security issues (vulnerabilities) in your Aikido account
list_teams
Teams are used to organize repositories, assign issues, and manage security workflows. Use this to understand how your organization structures its security responsibilities. List all teams in your Aikido organization
list_users
Shows user roles, permissions, and access levels. Use this to audit user access and ensure proper security team membership. List all users in your Aikido organization
list_virtual_machines
Use this to understand your VM attack surface and identify security gaps. List all virtual machines monitored by Aikido
list_webhooks
Webhooks are used to send security event notifications to external systems (Slack, Jira, etc.). Use this to verify integrations are properly configured and troubleshoot notification delivery. List all configured webhooks in Aikido
Example Prompts for Aikido Security in Cursor
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Aikido Security immediately.
"Show me all critical and high severity open security issues, grouped by type."
"What's our current ISO 27001 compliance status?"
"List all our connected cloud accounts and any misconfigurations found in the last 7 days."
Troubleshooting Aikido Security MCP Server with Cursor
Common issues when connecting Aikido Security to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Tools not appearing in Cursor
Server shows as disconnected
Aikido Security + Cursor FAQ
Common questions about integrating Aikido Security MCP Server with Cursor.
What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?
Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?
mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?
How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?
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Connect Aikido Security to Cursor
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 16 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.