Cortex XSIAM MCP Server for Windsurf 9 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Windsurf brings agentic AI coding to a purpose-built IDE. Connect Cortex XSIAM through Vinkius and Cascade will auto-discover every tool. ask questions, generate code, and act on live data without leaving your editor.
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About Cortex XSIAM MCP Server
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How to Connect Cortex XSIAM to Windsurf via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Cortex XSIAM MCP Server with Windsurf.
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
Start using Cortex XSIAM
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Cortex XSIAM, help me...". 9 tools available
Why Use Windsurf with the Cortex XSIAM MCP Server
Windsurf provides unique advantages when paired with Cortex XSIAM through the Model Context Protocol.
Windsurf's Cascade agent autonomously chains multiple tool calls in sequence, solving complex multi-step tasks without manual intervention
Purpose-built for agentic workflows. Cascade understands context across your entire codebase and integrates MCP tools natively
JSON-based configuration means zero code changes: paste a URL, reload, and all 9 tools are immediately available
Real-time tool feedback is displayed inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor without switching contexts
Cortex XSIAM + Windsurf Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Windsurf combined with the Cortex XSIAM MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Automated code generation: ask Cascade to fetch data from Cortex XSIAM and generate models, types, or handlers based on real API responses
Live debugging: query Cortex XSIAM tools mid-session to inspect production data while debugging without leaving the editor
Documentation generation: pull schema information from Cortex XSIAM and have Cascade generate comprehensive API docs automatically
Rapid prototyping: combine Cortex XSIAM data with Cascade's code generation to scaffold entire features in minutes
Cortex XSIAM MCP Tools for Windsurf (9)
These 9 tools become available when you connect Cortex XSIAM to Windsurf 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 Windsurf
Common issues when connecting Cortex XSIAM to Windsurf through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Server not connecting
Cortex XSIAM + Windsurf FAQ
Common questions about integrating Cortex XSIAM MCP Server with Windsurf.
How does Windsurf discover MCP tools?
mcp_config.json file on startup and connects to each configured server via Streamable HTTP. Tools are listed in the MCP panel and available to Cascade automatically.Can Cascade chain multiple MCP tool calls?
Does Windsurf support multiple MCP servers?
mcp_config.json. Each server's tools appear in the MCP panel and Cascade can use tools from different servers in a single flow.Connect Cortex XSIAM with your favorite client
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Connect Cortex XSIAM to Windsurf
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 9 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.