> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://cortex-docs.paloaltonetworks.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://cortex-docs.paloaltonetworks.com/data-security-documentation/cortex-data-security-data-sources-and-connectors/complete-data-source-catalog.md). # Complete data source and connector catalog The complete data source catalog for Cortex Data Security is a conceptual grouping that is comprised of all configuration points available for data ingestion across Cortex Data Security. It represents the aggregate of every integration method, from vendor-specific connectors and cloud onboarding wizards to generic on-premise collectors and specialized Marketplace integrations. The catalog is best understood by categorizing ingestion methods into the following core groups. By consulting the specific documentation sections dedicated to each category as detailed below, you gain a complete overview of all available ingestion options that collectively form the data source and connector catalog. ### Vendor-specific data sources and connectors This section includes integrations for specific third-party security and IT products. These include: * **Connectors**: The strategic, unified experience that allows you to manage security capabilities, such as Identity Posture and Data Security, through a single configuration wizard. * **Standard data collectors**: Traditional built-in API and file-based collection functionalities. Access to specific connectors depends on your license and tenant onboarding date. For more information, see [What are Cortex Data Security data sources and connectors?](/data-security-documentation/cortex-data-security-data-sources-and-connectors/what-are-cortex-cloud-data-sources.md). Configured on the **Data Sources & Integrations** page. ### Cloud Service Provider (CSP) onboarding Cortex Data Security provides specialized onboarding wizards for integrating major cloud environments, such as AWS, Azure, GCP, and Alibaba Cloud. These wizards enable streamlined setup for asset discovery, cloud posture security, and log collection across your cloud infrastructure. Configured on the **Data Sources & Integrations** page. ### Generic on-premise data collectors Flexible collectors for logs and data from local environments not tied to a specific vendor, including: * **Broker VM applets**, such as DSPM Fileshare, configured using the **Broker VMs** page. #### Cloud Posture and Runtime Security These data sources provide agentless visibility and real-time control over cloud risks by using cloud-native APIs to monitor misconfigurations and secure container environments. These data sources are configured: * Using Broker VM applets, such as DSPM Fileshare, configured using the **Broker VMs** page. * On the **Data Sources & Integrations** page. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://cortex-docs.paloaltonetworks.com/data-security-documentation/cortex-data-security-data-sources-and-connectors/complete-data-source-catalog.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.