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Pearson CompTIA: Security SY0-401

(pearson-SY0-401) / ISBN : 978-1-61691-465-3
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CompTIA Security+ is a standalone certification from CompTIA with the exam code SY0-401. The CompTIA Network+ certification is recommended before taking the Security+ exam. CompTIA Security+ is an entry-level, international, vendor-neutral credential designed for IT security professionals to identify risk, participate in risk mitigation activities, provide infrastructure, information, operational, and application security.
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Introduction to Security

  • Security 101
  • Think Like a Hacker
  • Chapter Review Activities
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Computer Systems Security

  • Computer Systems Security Threats
  • Implementing Security Applications
  • Securing Computer Hardware, Peripherals, and Mobile Devices
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 2
4

OS Hardening and Virtualization

  • Hardening Operating Systems
  • Virtualization Technology
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 3
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Application Security

  • Securing the Browser
  • Securing Other Applications
  • Secure Programming
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 4
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Network Design Elements

  • Network Design
  • Cloud Security and Server Defense
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 5
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Networking Protocols and Threats

  • Ports and Protocols
  • Malicious Attacks
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 6
8

Network Perimeter Security

  • Firewalls and Network Security
  • NIDS Versus NIPS
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 7
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Securing Network Media and Devices

  • Securing Wired Networks and Devices
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 8
10

Physical Security and Authentication Models

  • Physical Security
  • Authentication Models and Components
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 9
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Access Control Methods and Models

  • Access Control Models Defined
  • Rights, Permissions, and Policies
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 10
12

Vulnerability and Risk Assessment

  • Conducting Risk Assessments
  • Assessing Vulnerability with Security Tools
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 11
13

Monitoring and Auditing

  • Monitoring Methodologies
  • Using Tools to Monitor Systems and Networks
  • Conducting Audits
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 12
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Encryption and Hashing Concepts

  • Cryptography Concepts
  • Encryption Algorithms
  • Hashing Basics
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 13
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PKI and Encryption Protocols

  • Public Key Infrastructure
  • Web of Trust
  • Security Protocols
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 14
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Redundancy and Disaster Recovery

  • Redundancy Planning
  • Disaster Recovery Planning and Procedures
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Study for Chapter 15
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Policies, Procedures, and People

  • Environmental Controls
  • Social Engineering
  • Legislative and Organizational Policies
  • Chapter Review Activities
  • Case Studies for Chapter 16
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Taking the Real Exam

  • Getting Ready and the Exam Preparation Checklist
  • Tips for Taking the Real Exam
  • Beyond the CompTIA Security+ Certification
  • Case Study for Chapter 17

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CompTIA Network+ and two years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security.

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Multiple choice and performance-based

The exam contains 90 questions.

90 minutes

750

(on a scale of 100-900)

In the event that you fail your first attempt at passing the SY0-401 examination, CompTIA's retake policy is:

  1. CompTIA does not require a waiting period between the first and second attempt to pass such examination. However, if you need a third or subsequent attempt to pass the examination, you shall be required to wait for a period of at least 14 calendar days from the date of your last attempt before you can retake the exam.
  2. If a candidate has passed an exam, he/she cannot take it again without prior consent from CompTIA.
  3. A test result found to be in violation of the retake policy will not be processed, which will result in no credit awarded for the test taken. Repeat violators will be banned from participation in the CompTIA Certification Program.
  4. Candidates must pay the exam price each time they attempt the exam. CompTIA does not offer free re-tests or discounts on retakes.

CompTIA Security+ certification are valid for three years from the date the candidate is certified, after which the certification holder will need to renew their certification via CompTIA's Continuing Education Program.

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