# AlienVault credentials

You can use these credentials to authenticate when using the [HTTP Request node](/guides/automated-workflows/integrations/builtin/core-nodes/ts-wf-nodes-base.httprequest) to make a [Custom API call](#).

## Prerequisites

Create an [AlienVault](https://otx.alienvault.com) account.

## Supported authentication methods

- API key


## Related resources

This is a credential-only node. Refer to [Custom API operations](#) to learn more.

## Using API key

To configure this credential, you'll need:

- An **OTX Key**: Once you have an AlienVault account, the **OTX Key** displays in your **Settings**.