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Q: Is Shuffler really open-source?

Yes. Shuffler's core platform is open-source and available on GitHub under the AGPL-3.0 licence. You can self-host it, audit the source code, and extend it with custom apps. There is also a managed cloud version if you do not want to handle infrastructure. The open-source approach is important for security tools where code transparency matters.

Q: What security tools does Shuffler integrate with?

Shuffler has integrations with common security tools including CrowdStrike, Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, TheHive, MISP, VirusTotal, AlienVault OTX, Cortex XSOAR, and various SIEM and SOAR platforms. It also supports generic HTTP and webhook integrations for tools without a dedicated connector.

Q: How do I connect Shuffler to n8n?

Use Shuffler's webhook triggers and REST API. In n8n, call Shuffler's API to trigger playbooks, retrieve case data, or push enrichment results. In the other direction, configure Shuffler workflow actions to call n8n webhook endpoints when they need to trigger business-side automations like CRM updates or reporting.

Q: Can Shuffler handle incident response playbooks automatically?

Yes, that is its primary use case. You build playbooks that define a sequence of actions to take when a specific event occurs. For example, when a phishing email is reported, Shuffler can automatically extract IOCs, check them against threat intelligence feeds, quarantine the email, and notify the security team, all without manual intervention.

Q: Why would I use Shuffler instead of a commercial SOAR platform?

Cost and flexibility are the main reasons. Commercial SOAR platforms like Splunk SOAR or Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR carry significant licensing costs. Shuffler's open-source model lets smaller security teams get SOAR capabilities without that overhead. The trade-off is that you manage the infrastructure yourself unless you use the cloud version.

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About Shuffler

Shuffler is an automation and integration platform built for security operations (SecOps) and IT teams. It focuses on security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR), letting you connect security tools, automate incident response playbooks, and coordinate actions across your security stack from a single interface. Shuffler is open-source, which means you can self-host it and inspect the code running your security automations.

The problem Shuffler solves is that security teams juggle too many tools that do not talk to each other. A SIEM flags a suspicious login, but someone has to manually check the IP in a threat intelligence feed, look up the user in Active Directory, and decide whether to block the account. Those manual steps take time, and time is critical during a security incident. Shuffler lets you build workflows that chain those steps together automatically.

Connecting Shuffler to n8n gives you the option of extending security automation beyond Shuffler’s built-in capabilities. You can trigger Shuffler playbooks from n8n workflows, pass enriched data between the two platforms, or use n8n to handle integrations that Shuffler does not natively support (like updating a Google Sheet, sending a Teams message, or pushing data to a custom API). For organisations looking to automate their security and IT operations workflows, our business automation services cover both platforms.

Shuffler FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about how Shuffler consultants can help with integration and implementation

What is the difference between Shuffler and n8n?

n8n is a general-purpose workflow automation platform with broad integration coverage across business applications. Shuffler is purpose-built for security operations with features like MITRE ATT&CK mapping, threat intelligence integrations, and incident case management. Many security teams use both: Shuffler for security-specific playbooks and n8n for broader business automation that feeds into or out of those playbooks.

Is Shuffler really open-source?

What security tools does Shuffler integrate with?

How do I connect Shuffler to n8n?

Can Shuffler handle incident response playbooks automatically?

Why would I use Shuffler instead of a commercial SOAR platform?

How it works

We work hand-in-hand with you to implement Shuffler

As Shuffler consultants we work with you hand in hand build more efficient and effective operations. Here’s how we will work with you to automate your business and integrate Shuffler with integrate and automate 800+ tools.

Step 1

Deploy Shuffler (Self-Hosted or Cloud)

If self-hosting, deploy Shuffler using Docker following the documentation on GitHub. For the managed cloud option, sign up at shuffler.io. Once running, log in to the Shuffler web interface and complete initial configuration including organisation setup and user accounts.

Step 2

Connect Your Security Tools to Shuffler

In Shuffler’s app configuration, add credentials for your security tools: SIEM (e.g. Splunk, Elastic), EDR (e.g. CrowdStrike), threat intelligence (e.g. VirusTotal, MISP), and your ticketing system (e.g. TheHive, Jira). Test each connection to confirm Shuffler can authenticate and retrieve data.

Step 3

Build a Security Playbook in Shuffler

Create your first automation playbook. Start with a common use case like phishing triage: receive an alert, extract indicators (URLs, hashes, IPs), check them against threat intelligence feeds, and create a case in your incident response platform. Use Shuffler’s visual workflow builder to chain the steps together.

Step 4

Set Up Webhook Communication with n8n

Create a Webhook trigger in n8n for receiving data from Shuffler. In your Shuffler playbook, add an HTTP action that sends enriched incident data to the n8n webhook URL. In the other direction, use an HTTP Request node in n8n to call Shuffler’s API to trigger playbooks or retrieve case status.

Step 5

Build n8n Workflows for Business-Side Actions

In n8n, build workflows that handle the non-security actions triggered by Shuffler events. For example, when Shuffler completes an incident investigation, n8n can update a management dashboard in Google Sheets, send a summary to a Microsoft Teams channel, or create a follow-up task in your project management tool.

Step 6

Test the End-to-End Flow

Simulate a security event (like a test phishing report) and trace it through the full pipeline: SIEM alert to Shuffler playbook to n8n business actions. Verify each step executes correctly and the data passed between systems is accurate. Adjust playbook logic and n8n workflow filters based on the test results.

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