SY0-701.AB1
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Exam Prep Course
Master the latest cybersecurity concepts to mitigate emerging real-world cyber threats.
- Practice in 48 Hands-On Labs — nothing to install
- 31 Interactive Lessons and 252 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 817 Practice Test Questions and 2 Full Length Tests
Beginner Self-paced · 1 year access
48 Hands-On LiveLabs
Practice real IT tasks in guided environments.
- Real environments
- Auto-graded
- No installation
31Interactive Lessons
252Topics
48LiveLab
817Practice Test Questions
7Videos
678Flashcards
678Glossary of terms
01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
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The CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) course is totally aligned with the certification exam objectives. Discover a fun way to learn and practice the baseline cybersecurity concepts to safeguard networks, systems, and data with our interactive lessons, gamified test-preps, hands-on Labs, flashcards, glossary, quizzes, practice tests, and more. This comprehensive training course prepares you for the Security+ SY0-701 exam by covering a wide range of topics, including the latest threats, automation technologies, zero trust principles, IoT security best practices, and effective risk management strategies.
- Understanding of network security principles, protocols & best practices
- Grasp system security concepts: hardening, configuration management, and vulnerability assessment
- Well-versed with cryptographic concepts and encryption techniques
- Expertise in incident response planning
- Ability to analyze and troubleshoot security risks
- Knowledge of security regulations and compliance frameworks
- Knowledge of IoT security challenges and mitigation strategies
- Implement best practices for hardware, software, cloud and architectures
- Ability to analyze complex security scenarios and make informed decisions
Target Career Roles
- Security Engineer Security Architect Security Administrator Network Administrator Systems Administrator Security Consultant/Specialist
Key Competencies Covered
Authentication & Authorization
Firewall
Intrusion Detection
Patching
Resilience
Vulnerability
Compliance
Audit
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02 / Lessons & labs
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Lessons
31 Interactive Lessons · 252 topics01 Introduction 3 topics +
- Goals and Methods
- Who Should Read This Course?
- CompTIA Security+ Exam Topics
02 Comparing and Contrasting the Various Types of Controls 4 topics +
- Control Categories
- Control Types
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
03 Summarizing Fundamental Security Concepts 9 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA)
- Non-repudiation
- Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA)
- Gap Analysis
- Zero Trust
- Physical Security
- Deception and Disruption Technology
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
04 Understanding Change Management’s Security Impact 6 topics +
- Business Processes Impacting Security Operations
- Technical Implications
- Documentation
- Version Control
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
05 Understanding the Importance of Using Appropriate Cryptographic Solutions 23 topics · 7 LiveLab +
- Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
- Encryption
- Transport/Communication
- Symmetric Versus Asymmetric Encryption
- Key Exchange
- Algorithms
- Key Length
- Tools
- Trusted Platform Module
- Hardware Security Module
- Key Management System
- Secure Enclave
- Obfuscation
- Steganography
- Hashing
- Salting
- Digital Signatures
- Key Stretching
- Blockchain
- Open Public Ledger
- Certificates
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
7 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
06 Comparing and Contrasting Common Threat Actors and Motivations 6 topics +
- Threat Actors
- Attributes of Actors
- Motivations
- War
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
07 Understanding Common Threat Vectors and Attack Surfaces 14 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Message-Based
- Image-Based
- File-Based
- Voice Call
- Removable Device
- Vulnerable Software
- Unsupported Systems and Applications
- Unsecure Networks
- Open Service Ports
- Default Credentials
- Supply Chain
- Human Vectors/Social Engineering
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
08 Understanding Various Types of Vulnerabilities 13 topics · 6 LiveLab +
- Application
- Operating System (OS)–Based
- Web-Based
- Hardware
- Virtualization
- Cloud Specific
- Supply Chain
- Cryptographic
- Misconfiguration
- Mobile Device
- Zero-Day Vulnerabilities
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
6 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
09 Understanding Indicators of Malicious Activity 9 topics · 8 LiveLab +
- Malware Attacks
- Physical Attacks
- Network Attacks
- Application Attacks
- Cryptographic Attacks
- Password Attacks
- Indicators
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
8 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
10 Understanding the Purpose of Mitigation Techniques Used to Secure the Enterprise 12 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Segmentation
- Access Control
- Isolation
- Patching
- Encryption
- Monitoring
- Least Privilege
- Configuration Enforcement
- Decommissioning
- Hardening Techniques
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
11 Comparing and Contrasting Security Implications of Different Architecture Models 4 topics +
- Architecture and Infrastructure Concepts
- Considerations
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
12 Applying Security Principles to Secure Enterprise Infrastructure 5 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Infrastructure Considerations
- Secure Communication/Access
- Selection of Effective Controls
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
13 Comparing and Contrasting Concepts and Strategies to Protect Data 6 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Data Types
- Data Classifications
- General Data Considerations
- Methods to Secure Data
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
14 Understanding the Importance of Resilience and Recovery in Security Architecture 11 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- High Availability
- Site Considerations
- Platform Diversity
- Multi-Cloud System
- Continuity of Operations
- Capacity Planning
- Testing
- Backups
- Power
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
15 Applying Common Security Techniques to Computing Resources 11 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Secure Baselines
- Hardening Targets
- Wireless Devices
- Mobile Solutions
- Connection Methods
- Wireless Security Settings
- Application Security
- Sandboxing
- Monitoring
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
16 Understanding the Security Implications of Hardware, Software, and Data Asset Management 6 topics +
- Acquisition/Procurement Process
- Assignment/Accounting
- Monitoring/Asset Tracking
- Disposal/Decommissioning
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
17 Understanding Various Activities Associated with Vulnerability Management 7 topics +
- Identification Methods
- Analysis
- Vulnerability Response and Remediation
- Validation of Remediation
- Reporting
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
18 Understanding Security Alerting and Monitoring Concepts and Tools 5 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Monitoring and Computing Resources
- Activities
- Tools
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
19 Modifying Enterprise Capabilities to Enhance Security 14 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Firewall
- IDS/IPS
- Web Filter
- Operating System Security
- Implementation of Secure Protocols
- DNS Filtering
- Email Security
- File Integrity Monitoring
- DLP
- Network Access Control (NAC)
- Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)/Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
- User Behavior Analytics
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
20 Implementing and Maintaining Identity and Access Management 13 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Provisioning/De-provisioning User Accounts
- Permission Assignments and Implications
- Identity Proofing
- Federation
- Single Sign-On (SSO)
- Interoperability
- Attestation
- Access Controls
- Multifactor Authentication (MFA)
- Password Concepts
- Privileged Access Management Tools
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
21 Understanding the Importance of Automation and Orchestration Related to Secure Operations 5 topics +
- Use Cases of Automation and Scripting
- Benefits
- Other Considerations
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
22 Understanding Appropriate Incident Response Activities 8 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Process
- Training
- Testing
- Root Cause Analysis
- Threat Hunting
- Digital Forensics
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
23 Using Data Sources to Support an Investigation 4 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Log Data
- Data Sources
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
24 Summarizing Elements of Effective Security Governance 10 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Guidelines
- Policies
- Standards
- Procedures
- External Considerations
- Monitoring and Revision
- Types of Governance Structures
- Roles and Responsibilities for Systems and Data
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
25 Understanding Elements of the Risk Management Process 11 topics +
- Risk Identification
- Risk Assessment
- Risk Analysis
- Risk Register
- Risk Tolerance
- Risk Appetite
- Risk Management Strategies
- Risk Reporting
- Business Impact Analysis
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
26 Understanding the Processes Associated with Third-Party Risk Assessment and Management 8 topics +
- Vendor Assessment
- Vendor Selection
- Agreement Types
- Vendor Monitoring
- Questionnaires
- Rules of Engagement
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
27 Summarizing Elements of Effective Security Compliance 7 topics +
- Compliance Reporting
- Consequences of Non-compliance
- Compliance Monitoring
- Attestation and Acknowledgment
- Privacy
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
28 Understanding Types and Purposes of Audits and Assessments 6 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Attestation
- Internal
- External
- Penetration Testing
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
29 Implementing Security Awareness Practices 8 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Phishing
- Anomalous Behavior Recognition
- User Guidance and Training
- Reporting and Monitoring
- Development
- Execution
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
30 Final Preparation 3 topics +
- Hands-on Activities
- Suggested Plan for Final Review and Study
- Summary
31 Appendix: Key Terms 1 topics +
- Glossary
Hands-On Labs Our edge
48 LiveLabs- Identifying Access Badge Areas
- Implementing Physical Security
- Examining PKI Certificates
- Creating Asymmetric Key Pairs
- Using Symmetric Encryption
- Using BitLocker in Windows 10
- Performing Steganography Using OpenStego
- Encrypting Files with EFS
- Creating Certificates with OpenSSL
- Scanning the Network
- Using Social Engineering Techniques to Plan an Attack
- Exploiting a TOCTOU Vulnerability
- Exploiting an Overflow Vulnerability
- Examining Application Vulnerabilities
- Performing SQL Injection in DVWA
- Performing an XSS Attack in DVWA
- Detecting Virtualization
- Opening OWASP ZAP and Starting Brute Force Attack
- Examining Spyware
- Spoofing a MAC Address with SMAC
- Using Amazon Transcribe and Polly
- Observing an MD5-Generated Hash Value
- Conducting a Cross-Site Request Forgery Attack
- Cracking Passwords Using the Cain & Abel Tool
- Cracking a Linux Password Using John the Ripper
- Using the chmod Command
- Implementing a Proxy Server
- Binding a Site Using IIS
- Configuring a VPN
- Examining Kerberos Settings
- Creating File Hashes
- Gathering Site Information
- Scheduling a Server Backup
- Creating and Enforcing a Security Template
- Enforcing Password Policies
- Installing a RADIUS Server
- Conducting Vulnerability Scanning Using Nessus
- Consulting a Vulnerability Database
- Configuring a Network Firewall
- Examining Active Directory Objects
- Examining MITRE ATT&CK
- Completing the Chain of Custody
- Viewing Linux Event Logs
- Viewing Windows Event Logs
- Capturing Credentials On-Path
- Cracking Passwords Using Rainbow Tables
- Using the theHarvester Tool
- Using Anti-Phishing Tools
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03 / Exam details
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Exam Prep Course Details
The CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) course covers the SY0-701 exam objectives and provides knowledge in areas such as covering in-demand skills related to current threats, automation, zero trust, IoT, risk, and more, this course represents the forefront of cybersecurity education. Learn and use the newest developments in cybersecurity technology, terminology, techniques, and tools.The CompTIA Security+ study guide will help you get a full understanding of the challenges you'll face as a security professional.
Questions
90
(per exam)
Duration
90 minutes
(per exam)
Passing Score
750
(on a scale of 900)
Exam Fee
USD 219
(per exam)
Delivered by
Pearson VUE
(in-person or online)
Question Format
Multiple choice and performance-based questions
single/multiple choice, performance-based
Practice Tests
817 Practice Questions
(mapped to official exam objectives)
Certification
SY0-701.AB1
CompTIA credential
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04 / FAQs
Questions before you start
How to prepare for CompTIA Security+ SY0-701?+
Preparing for the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 requires a structured approach and dedicated study plan, with emphasis on the following:
- Study the course material diligently
- Understand the core cybersecurity principles
- Create a dedicated study plan
- Gain hands-on experience with practice exercises
- Take practice exams that are aligned with exam objectives
What is the difference between SY0-601 vs SY0-701?+
Both SY0-601 and SY0-701 are conducted by CompTIA to validate your understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals. The key differentiation is that SY0-601 offers a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity whereas SY0-701 covers updated content and new domains, more in sync with the latest cybersecurity challenges.
What job opportunities are available after passing the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 certification?+
There are many exciting job opportunities available to those with a CompTIA Security+ certification like Network Security Operations, Network Security Analyst, Security Architect, Penetration Tester, Cloud Penetration Tester, and Web App Penetration Tester.
What is the SY0-701 exam cost?+
The exam cost is USD 392.
What is the passing score for this exam?+
The passing score for this exam is 750 (on a scale of 100-900).
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