Is a HackerTarget API Key mandatory?

No. HackerTarget allows a limited number of free daily scans without a key. For higher volume or commercial use, an API key is required.

Can I perform an aggressive Nmap scan?

The `nmap_scan` tool in this server performs a standard service discovery scan. Aggressive flags are limited by the upstream API provider for safety and performance reasons.

What information does the GeoIP lookup provide?

The GeoIP tool returns the country, region, city, and the Internet Service Provider (ISP) associated with the target IP address.

Nmap Online MCP Server for Cursor 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

Name: Nmap Online
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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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Classic Setup·json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "nmap-online": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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About Nmap Online MCP Server

Connect to high-performance network diagnostic tools through your AI agent and perform essential security auditing and network discovery using natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Nmap Online into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Nmap Online and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 10 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Port Scanning — Perform fast Nmap scans to identify open ports and active services on any IP or domain.
DNS Intelligence — Execute forward and reverse DNS lookups, and discover subdomains for target infrastructures.
Ownership & Registration — Retrieve comprehensive WHOIS information to identify domain ownership and registration details.
Geolocation — Map IP addresses to their physical locations, including country, city, and ISP information.
Network Path Analysis — Run network traceroutes (MTR) and pings to diagnose connectivity and latency issues.
Web Diagnostics — Inspect raw HTTP response headers and extract all links from target web pages.

The Nmap Online MCP Server exposes 10 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 Nmap Online to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Nmap Online 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 Nmap Online

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Nmap Online, help me...". 10 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Nmap Online MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Nmap Online 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

Nmap Online + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Nmap Online 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

Nmap Online MCP Tools for Cursor (10)

These 10 tools become available when you connect Nmap Online to Cursor via MCP:

dns_lookup

) for a specific domain. Forward DNS lookup

geoip_lookup

IP geolocation lookup

get_http_headers

Get HTTP response headers

get_page_links

Extract links from a page

list_subdomains

Search for subdomains

nmap_scan

Perform a basic Nmap port scan

ping_host

Ping a host

reverse_dns

Reverse DNS lookup

traceroute

Perform a network traceroute

whois_lookup

WHOIS lookup

Example Prompts for Nmap Online in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Nmap Online immediately.

"Scan the ports for the domain 'example.com'."

"Find the physical location of the IP address 8.8.8.8."

"Trace the network path to 'google.com'."

Troubleshooting Nmap Online MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Nmap Online to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Nmap Online + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Nmap Online MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a 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?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.