Cortex XSIAM MCP Server for Cursor 9 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 Cortex XSIAM MCP Server
Connect Cortex XSIAM to any AI agent via MCP.
How to Connect Cortex XSIAM to Cursor via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Cortex XSIAM 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 Cortex XSIAM
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Cortex XSIAM, help me...". 9 tools available
Why Use Cursor with the Cortex XSIAM MCP Server
Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Cortex XSIAM 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
Cortex XSIAM + Cursor Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Cortex XSIAM 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
Cortex XSIAM MCP Tools for Cursor (9)
These 9 tools become available when you connect Cortex XSIAM to Cursor via MCP:
execute_playbook
g., enrich IOCs, block IP, reset password). Requires playbook name and optional input arguments. Use this to speed up response times and ensure consistent handling of incidents. Execute an automated incident response playbook in Cortex XSIAM
get_alerts
Use this to review detection rules firing or analyze threat patterns. List security alerts detected by Cortex XSIAM
get_endpoints
Use this to audit endpoint coverage, identify disconnected hosts, or target remediation actions. List managed endpoints (hosts/devices) in Cortex XSIAM
get_incident_details
Requires the incident ID. Use this for deep investigation or context before taking action. Get detailed information about a specific security incident
get_incidents
Use this to monitor SOC queue, identify high-severity incidents, or track analyst workload. Supports sorting and limiting results. List security incidents in Cortex XSIAM
get_indicators
Use this to review threat intelligence or check if specific artifacts are known malicious. List indicators of compromise (IOCs) tracked in Cortex XSIAM
isolate_endpoint
Requires the endpoint ID. Use this immediately upon confirming a severe compromise to prevent lateral movement. Isolate a compromised endpoint from the network
run_xql_query
XQL allows searching logs, endpoints, network data, and more. Requires a valid XQL query string. Returns the results of the query. Use this for custom threat hunting, compliance reporting, or data analysis. Execute an XQL (Cortex Query Language) query for advanced threat hunting
scan_endpoint
Supports "quick" or "deep" scan types. Requires the endpoint ID. Use this to verify if a host is infected or after cleaning a threat. Trigger a malware scan on a specific endpoint
Troubleshooting Cortex XSIAM MCP Server with Cursor
Common issues when connecting Cortex XSIAM to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Tools not appearing in Cursor
Server shows as disconnected
Cortex XSIAM + Cursor FAQ
Common questions about integrating Cortex XSIAM 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 Cortex XSIAM to Cursor
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 9 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.