AI is reshaping software development quickly. From boilerplate generation to test automation and refactoring, LLMs like the one behind Cursor are transforming how developers build. But with great power comes a new generation of vulnerabilities.
At Mend.io, we’re excited to announce a native integration with Cursor, the IDE taking the dev world by storm. This integration brings our SAST engine directly into the heart of the AI coding workflow, giving developers real-time security insights and automated fixes—right inside their editor.
Why Cursor?
Cursor is built from the ground up to work with AI. Unlike traditional IDEs, it allows developers to interact with a context-aware AI agent to generate code, refactor, debug, and more. With 20–30% of code now AI-generated at top companies like Google and Microsoft, we knew it was time to bring security directly into the generation layer.
What the Mend-Cursor integration delivers
- Live vulnerability detection, pre-commit
As you type—or as Cursor generates code—Mend SAST analyzes the output and flags security issues instantly. - AI-driven fixes, within the IDE
Our MCP server sends vulnerability intelligence to Cursor, which can then auto-remediate flaws using its AI agent. Developers get suggested fixes and can apply them with a click. - Security without friction
This isn’t another pipeline blocker. Security happens at the moment of code creation, minimizing delays and reducing review fatigue.
Built for the realities of AI first development
Dev leaders are grappling with the risks of AI generated code. Whether it’s missing manual review steps, introducing unknown attack vectors, or overwhelming security teams, the challenges are clear.
Our integration addresses these head-on:
- Heads of Development scale AI adoption securely.
- Security Teams get back visibility and automated control.
- DevSecOps teams remove pipeline friction without sacrificing security.
Stay ahead of the curve
Only Mend.io offers a complete AI Native AppSec platform with mature SAST and automated remediation tailored for AI workflows.
We’re proud to help our customers lead—not follow—in securing the future of software development.
Try it today
Ready to see it in action? Contact us to set up the Mend-Cursor integration, or head to our docs to get started.
*** This is a Security Bloggers Network syndicated blog from Mend authored by Mend.io Team. Read the original post at: https://www.mend.io/blog/mend-io-now-integrates-with-cursor-ai-code-editor/