Ironscales API Patterns

Explains Ironscales MCP server authentication, pagination, and error handling.

39|17|Updated Feb 4, 2026

Search Tags:#security #authentication #api #error handling #rate limiting #pagination #ironscales

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npx skills add https://github.com/wyre-technology/msp-claude-plugins --skill ironscales-api-patterns

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Skill: Ironscales API Patterns
Source: https://github.com/wyre-technology/msp-claude-plugins/tree/main/msp-claude-plugins/ironscales/ironscales/skills/api-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wyre-technology/msp-claude-plugins --skill ironscales-api-patterns

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users understand and correctly implement API calls to the Ironscales MCP server, ensuring proper authentication, pagination, and error handling for efficient security operations.

Core Features & Use Cases

Authentication Guidance: Provides clear instructions on using API keys and Company IDs for secure access.
Tool Discovery: Lists available MCP tools for incident management, statistics, and allowlist operations.
API Pattern Best Practices: Explains pagination, rate limiting, and error handling for robust API integration.
Use Case: An analyst needs to integrate Ironscales incident data into a SIEM. This Skill guides them on how to authenticate, list incidents, and handle potential rate limits.

Quick Start

Use the ironscales skill to list all open phishing incidents.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ironscales API Patterns

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I authenticate API requests to the Ironscales platform?▼

Ironscales API authentication requires an API key and a Company ID. You must include these credentials in your requests to the MCP server to securely access incident management and reporting tools.

What is the best way to handle large incident lists from Ironscales?▼

Use offset-based pagination to handle large incident lists from Ironscales. This API pattern allows you to retrieve data in manageable chunks, ensuring efficient and secure data manipulation without overwhelming the server.

How do I manage rate limiting when integrating Ironscales data into a SIEM?▼

Handle rate limiting by monitoring HTTP error codes returned by the Ironscales API. When you receive a rate limit error, implement backoff strategies in your integration logic to delay subsequent requests.

What MCP tools are available for Ironscales incident management?▼

Available MCP tools cover incident management, statistics retrieval, and allowlist operations. These tools enable you to list open phishing incidents and manipulate security data directly through the API.

Why am I receiving HTTP error codes during my Ironscales API integration?▼

HTTP error codes during Ironscales API integration indicate issues like authentication failures or rate limit exceeded. Review these codes to implement proper error handling and ensure robust data retrieval.