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National Vulnerability Database

National Vulnerability Database

NVD

National Vulnerability Database
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Request an API Key

To request an NVD API Key, please provide your organization name and a valid email address, and indicate your organization type. You must scroll to end of the Terms of Use Agreement and check "I agree to the Terms of Use" to obtain an API Key. Upon submitting the request, you will receive an email containing a single-use hyperlink that is used to activate and view your API Key. If your key is not activated within seven days, a new request for an API Key must be submitted.


We are currently performing maintenance activities. During this time this capability is not available. Maintenance is expected to last until 2:00 PM EST on November 21, 2024 .