> ## Documentation Index
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# ArcSight ESM

> ArcSight ESM is a security information and event management (SIEM) tool. It is designed for organizations to collect security event data from various sources. This data is then analyzed to potentially identify and prioritize security risks.

## Creating an ArcSight ESM connection[​](#creating-an-arcsight-esm-connection "Direct link to Creating an ArcSight ESM connection")

## Using Username & Password[​](#using-username--password "Direct link to Using Username & Password")

To create the connection you need:

* An API Address
* A Username
* A Password

### Creating your connection[​](#creating-your-connection "Direct link to Creating your connection")

1. In the Blink platform, navigate to the **Connections** page > **Add connection**. A New Connection dialog box opens displaying icons of external service providers available.

2. Select the **ArcSight ESM** icon. A dialog box with name of the connection and connection methods appear.

3. (Optional) Edit the name of the connection. At a later stage you cannot edit the name.

4. Select **Username & Password** as the method to create the connection.

5. Fill in the parameters:

   * The API Address
   * The Username
   * The Password

6. (Optional) Click **Test Connection** to test it.

7. Click **Create connection**. The new connection appears on the **Connections** page.