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Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity 100-160
Learn cybersecurity fundamentals, incident response, and troubleshooting through our CCST 100-106 training course.
- Practice in 37 Hands-On Labs — nothing to install
- 17 Interactive Lessons and 117 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 360 Practice Test Questions and 1 Full Length Tests
Beginner Self-paced · 1 year access
37 Hands-On LiveLabs
Practice real IT tasks in guided environments.
- Real environments
- Auto-graded
- No installation
17Interactive Lessons
117Topics
37LiveLab
360Practice Test Questions
319Flashcards
319Glossary of terms
01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
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Our Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity course is your launchpad. This course discusses the core concepts of network security, incident response, and troubleshooting. We’ll also explore topics like TCP/IP protocols, VLANs, packet analysis, firewall rules, and more, all in a way that’s both informative and engaging.
- Learn the cybersecurity fundamentals and common cyber threats
- Master access management techniques, such as AAA (Authentication, Authorization, Accounting) and RADIUS
- Be proficient in cryptography, including symmetric and asymmetric cryptography, ciphers, certificates, PKI, and hashing
- Understand networking, addressing, and TCP/IP protocols, including the TCP/IP stack, common protocols, and network addressing
- Know network infrastructure, including network security architecture, screened subnets, virtualization, cloud, proxy servers, honeypots, and IDS/IPS
- Manage access across the network using VPNs, firewalls, ACLs, and NAC
- Set up endpoint policies and standards, including asset management, program deployment, backups, BYOD, and regulatory compliance
- Navigate operating systems and learn to use tools like Window Defender, Event Viewer dig, nslookup, netstat, and Wireshark
- Analyze and remediate network and endpoint malware
- Implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans
Course Highlights
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17 Structured Lessons Comprehensive coverage of core course objectives
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37 Hands-On LiveLabs Interactive guided scenarios with instant evaluation
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360 Practice Questions Assessment tests with detailed answer rationales
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1 Year Full Access Self-paced learning accessible anytime on all devices
02 / Lessons & labs
See exactly what you will learn and practice
Lessons
17 Interactive Lessons · 117 topics01 Introduction 13 topics +
- Goals and Methods
- Who Should Read This Course?
- Strategies for Exam Preparation
- How This Course Is Organized
- Certification Exam Topics and This Course
- Taking the CCST Cybersecurity Certification Exam
- Tracking Your Status
- How to Prepare for an Exam
- Assessing Exam Readiness
- Cisco Cybersecurity Certifications in the Real World
- Exam Registration
- Exam Retake Policy
- Course Content Updates
02 Security Principles 6 topics +
- The CIA Triad
- Common Security Terms
- Types of Attackers and Their Reasons for Attacks
- Code of Ethics
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
03 Common Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities 10 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Malware Variants
- IoT Vulnerabilities
- Distributed Denial of Service
- On-Path Attacks
- Insider Threats
- Social Engineering Tactics
- Physical Attacks
- Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
04 Access Management 7 topics +
- Introduction to AAA
- Authentication
- Authorization
- Accounting
- RADIUS
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
05 Cryptography 11 topics · 5 LiveLab +
- Cryptography Overview
- Symmetric Cryptography
- Asymmetric Cryptography
- Using Symmetric and Asymmetric Cryptography
- Types of Ciphers
- Certificates and PKI
- Hashing
- Cryptography in the Real World
- Cisco Next-Generation Cryptography
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
06 Introduction to Networking, Addressing, and TCP/IP Protocols 5 topics · 5 LiveLab +
- The TCP/IP Stack
- Common TCP/IP Protocols and Their Vulnerabilities
- Network Addressing and Its Impact on Security
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
07 Network Infrastructure 7 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- The Network Security Architecture
- Screened Subnets, Virtualization, and the Cloud
- Proxy Servers
- Honeypots
- Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
08 Controlling Network Access 6 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Virtual Private Networks
- Firewalls
- Access Control Lists
- Network Access Control
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
09 Wireless SOHO Security 7 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Hardening Wireless Routers and Access Points
- Wireless Encryption Standards
- Wireless Authentication
- Wi-Fi Protected Setup, SSIDs, and MAC Address Filtering
- Common Wireless Network Threats and Attacks
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
10 Operating Systems and Tools 7 topics · 8 LiveLab +
- Host Security Features
- Windows
- Linux
- macOS
- Tools
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
8 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
11 Endpoint Policies and Standards 7 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Asset Management
- Program Deployment
- Backups
- Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
- Regulatory Compliance
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
12 Network and Endpoint Malware Detection and Remediation 4 topics +
- Monitoring and Detection
- Malware Remediation Best Practices
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
13 Risk and Vulnerability Management 5 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- The Vocabulary of Risk
- Vulnerabilities
- Risk
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
14 Threat Intelligence 6 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Threat Intelligence
- Vulnerabilities Databases and Feeds
- Additional Sources of Threat Intelligence
- How and Why to Proactively Share Threat Intelligence
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
15 Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity 6 topics +
- Disaster Recovery Plans
- Business Impact Analyses (BIAs)
- Business Continuity Plans
- Disaster Recovery Versus Business Continuity
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
16 Incident Handling 7 topics +
- Events and Incidents
- Incident Response
- Attack Frameworks and Concepts
- Evidence and Artifacts
- Compliance Frameworks
- Summary
- Review All Key Topics
17 Final Preparation 3 topics +
- Tools and Resources
- Study Tips
- Summary
Hands-On Labs Our edge
37 LiveLabs- Analyzing Malware
- Performing a Phishing Attack
- Performing Symmetric Encryption
- Examining Asymmetric Encryption
- Examining PKI Certificates
- Observing an SHA256-Generated Hash Value
- Observing an MD5-Generated Hash Value
- Using TCP/IP Protocols in Linux
- Configuring an FTP Server
- Viewing the MAC Address on Different Interfaces
- Configuring a Class A IP Address
- Configuring NAT on the ISA Gateway (Windows Server)
- Setting up a Demilitarized Zone
- Installing the Proxy Server Feature
- Setting Up a Honeypot
- Enabling Intrusion Detection and Prevention
- Configuring a VPN
- Using Windows Firewall
- Configuring a Standard ACL
- Enabling an Access Control List
- Configuring SOHO-Grade Access Points
- Configuring a Wireless AP
- Configuring WPA2 Enterprise Security
- Using a Wireless AP for MAC Address Filtering
- Configuring the Windows Defender Settings
- Using Windows Event Viewer
- Managing NTFS Permissions
- Using the dig Command in Linux
- Using the nslookup Command
- Using the netstat Command in Linux
- Capturing a Packet Using Wireshark
- Using the netstat Command in Windows
- Creating a Backup
- Performing Nmap SYN Scan
- Conducting Vulnerability Scanning Using Nessus
- Studying CVSS Exercises with the CVSS Calculator
- Consulting a Vulnerability Database
Labs run in your browser — nothing to install.
03 / FAQs
Questions before you start
Who should take the Cisco CCST Cybersecurity 100-160 exam?+
This CISCO CCST 100-160 exam is designed for individuals who are beginning their journey in cybersecurity. It is suitable for entry-level IT professionals, students, and anyone interested in gaining foundational knowledge in cybersecurity.
What topics are covered in the Cisco CCST Cybersecurity 100-160 exam? +
The exam covers topics such as essential security principles, network security concepts, endpoint security concepts, vulnerability assessment and risk management, and incident handling.
Are there any prerequisites for taking the Cisco CCST Cybersecurity 100-160 exam?+
There are no formal prerequisites for the CCST Cybersecurity 100-160 exam. However, a basic understanding of networking and security concepts can be helpful.
How can I prepare for the Cisco CCST Cybersecurity 100-160 exam?+
To prepare for the Cisco 100-160 exam, you can enroll in our CCST training course to reinforce your concepts and upskill your skills.
How long is the Cisco CCST Cybersecurity 100-160 exam?+
The CCST 100-160 exam is 50 minutes long.
How does the Cisco CCST Cybersecurity certification differ from other Cisco certifications?+
The Cisco CCST Cybersecurity certification is an entry-level certification that focuses on foundational cybersecurity skills. It serves as a stepping stone to more advanced certifications like the Cisco CyberOps Associate. Unlike other Cisco certifications that may focus on networking or specific technologies, the CCST Cybersecurity certification provides an overview of cybersecurity principles.
What is the Cisco CCST certification cost?+
The cost of the Cisco CCST 100-160 exam is approximately $125.
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- 1 year of full access
- 37 LiveLab included
- Certificate of completion
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