# Symantec EDR

## Connection Requirements

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### IP or Hostname

IP address or Hostname of the Symantec EDR host.
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### Client Secret

Generated Client Secret for a user that has the permissions to fetch asset details.
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### Client ID

Generated Client Id for a user that has the permissions to fetch asset details.\
The value provided in the Client ID and Client Secret must be matched to a user read with access to the devices.

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🔵 **atp\_view\_entities**\
The user must have permission.
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The create an OAuth:

* In the Symantec EDR device console, select Settings > Data Sharing.
* In the OAuth Clients section, select Add Application.
* In the App Name field, type the name of application.
* Select the API version.
* Select your user role for the application.
* Click Generate.\
  The Client ID and Client Secret are created.

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🔵 **Note**\
For more information please check the connection .
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### Port

Port number (optional, default: 443).
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### SSL

Use SSL for connection (optional, default: Unencrypted).
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⚠️ **Attention**\
Please perform a **connection test** to ensure there is a valid connection to the host.\
When the discovery operation is finalized, you will be able to see the details on the **Assets** page.
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