Create an API Key in Multicloud Defense

Use the following procedure to create an API Key:

Procedure

Step 1

Navigate to Systems and Accounts > Account > API Keys.

Step 2

Click Create API Key.

Step 3

Enter a unique Name.

Step 4

Confirm the Email Address that Multicloud Defense automatically generates. You cannot change this option.

Step 5

Use the drop-down menu to select one of the key roles:

  • admin_read_only - This role restricts interactions so you cannot modify or action anything, and can only “view” the available data.

  • admin_read_rw - This role allows you to read and modify available data.

Step 6

Enter an appropriate value for API Key Lifetime (days). The deafult value is 365 days.

Step 7

Click Save.