SY0-701.AB1.E0T
CompTIA Security (SY0-701)
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Key Competencies Covered
Authentication & Authorization
Firewall
Intrusion Detection
Patching
Resilience
Vulnerability
Compliance
Audit
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Lessons
30 Interactive Lessons · 251 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 +
- 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
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 +
- 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
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 +
- 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
08 Understanding Various Types of Vulnerabilities 13 topics +
- 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
09 Understanding Indicators of Malicious Activity 9 topics +
- Malware Attacks
- Physical Attacks
- Network Attacks
- Application Attacks
- Cryptographic Attacks
- Password Attacks
- Indicators
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
10 Understanding the Purpose of Mitigation Techniques Used to Secure the Enterprise 12 topics +
- Segmentation
- Access Control
- Isolation
- Patching
- Encryption
- Monitoring
- Least Privilege
- Configuration Enforcement
- Decommissioning
- Hardening Techniques
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
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 +
- Infrastructure Considerations
- Secure Communication/Access
- Selection of Effective Controls
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
13 Comparing and Contrasting Concepts and Strategies to Protect Data 6 topics +
- Data Types
- Data Classifications
- General Data Considerations
- Methods to Secure Data
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
14 Understanding the Importance of Resilience and Recovery in Security Architecture 11 topics +
- High Availability
- Site Considerations
- Platform Diversity
- Multi-Cloud System
- Continuity of Operations
- Capacity Planning
- Testing
- Backups
- Power
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
15 Applying Common Security Techniques to Computing Resources 11 topics +
- Secure Baselines
- Hardening Targets
- Wireless Devices
- Mobile Solutions
- Connection Methods
- Wireless Security Settings
- Application Security
- Sandboxing
- Monitoring
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
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 +
- Monitoring and Computing Resources
- Activities
- Tools
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
19 Modifying Enterprise Capabilities to Enhance Security 14 topics +
- 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
20 Implementing and Maintaining Identity and Access Management 13 topics +
- 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
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 +
- Process
- Training
- Testing
- Root Cause Analysis
- Threat Hunting
- Digital Forensics
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
23 Using Data Sources to Support an Investigation 4 topics +
- Log Data
- Data Sources
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
24 Summarizing Elements of Effective Security Governance 10 topics +
- 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
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 +
- Attestation
- Internal
- External
- Penetration Testing
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
29 Implementing Security Awareness Practices 8 topics +
- Phishing
- Anomalous Behavior Recognition
- User Guidance and Training
- Reporting and Monitoring
- Development
- Execution
- Review Key Topics
- Review Questions
30 Final Preparation 3 topics +
- Hands-on Activities
- Suggested Plan for Final Review and Study
- Summary
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