Quick Install Cortex with Packages: One-Command Setup

If you prefer a faster setup than going through the complete installation guide, you can run the automated installation script instead. It's the same script used to install TheHive, and it can also install Cortex along with its dependencies on a standalone Linux server using predefined settings.

Before you begin

To ensure a smooth installation process, make sure you have:

• A basic understanding of the role and architecture of Cortex
• System requirements fully met and verified for script-based installation
• wget installed

No authentication configured for Elasticsearch

This script doesn't set up authentication for Elasticsearch. For security—especially in production—enable authentication on Elasticsearch before going live.

Procedure

1. Download and run the script.

   wget -q -O /tmp/install_script.sh https://scripts.download.strangebee.com/latest/sh/install_script.sh ; sudo -v ; bash /tmp/install_script.sh
   

2. Enter the number corresponding to the installation option you want to run.

   • 3) Install Cortex and all its dependencies to run Analyzers & Responders as Docker images: The recommended option. Also installs the Docker engine.
   • 4) Install Cortex and all its dependencies to run Analyzers & Responders on the host: Debian and Ubuntu only.

3. Press Enter.

4. Once the installation is complete, select the URL shown in the final output to start using Cortex.

5. Perform the initial setup of the application by following the instructions in First start.

If you also want to use the script to install TheHive, refer to Quick Install with Packages: One-Command Setup for additional details.

Next steps

• Cortex Package Repository
• Authentication
• Analyzers & Responders
• Advanced Configuration
• Backup and Restore Data