ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Vocabulary Game
Exam terms with clues and explanations by OpenExamPrep.
About the ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Vocabulary Game
A free word game for the ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) exam. Each round shows a clue for one of 20 exam terms across 5 topics. Recall the term, spell it out, then read a short explanation. Rounds pick a random term, so you can keep playing as long as you like.
How to Play
- 1Read the clue and type a term with the right number of letters (3 to 6). Abbreviations count: type the letters only.
- 2Press Check Answer or Enter. Each letter changes color to show how close you are.
- 3You have 6 tries. Stuck? Need a hint? asks the AI tutor for a nudge without giving the term away, and Skip moves to a new term.
- 4After the round, read the explanation, ask the AI to explain it, share your result, or press Next.
- ARight letter, right spot
- AIn the term, wrong spot
- ANot in the term
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Topics in the ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Vocabulary Game
Security Principles
Security Governance
IAM Concepts
Network Security
Security Operations
Sources for these terms (21)
- NIST CSRC Glossary: risk · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: policy · Source checked 2026-11-03
- ISC2 Code of Ethics—Guidance for Cybersecurity Professionals · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: audit · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: threat · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: key risk indicator · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: phishing · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: social engineering · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: role-based access control (RBAC) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: attribute-based access control (ABAC) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: discretionary access control (DAC) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: least privilege · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: virtual private network (VPN) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: demilitarized zone (DMZ) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: internet of things · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: Zero Trust · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: Security Information and Event Management · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: log · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NIST CSRC Glossary: patch · Source checked 2026-11-03
- RFC 9846: The Transport Layer Security (TLS) Protocol Version 1.3 · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Certified in Cybersecurity Certification Exam Outline · Source checked 2026-11-03
About the CC Exam
The ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) is an entry-level cybersecurity certification for newcomers, career changers, students, and early IT professionals. Since September 1, 2026, the exam follows a new outline that covers Security Principles, Security Governance, Identity and Access Management (IAM) Concepts, Networking and Cloud Security Concepts, and Security Operations and Incident Response, with foundational AI security concepts across all five domains. The exam uses Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT), allows 2 hours, and includes 100-125 multiple-choice and advanced items.
Exam sponsor: ISC2 / Pearson VUE. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
100-125 multiple-choice and advanced items
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
700/1000 scaled score
Reported exam pass rate: Not published. ISC2 does not publish a public CC pass-rate percentage. Exam sponsor website
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CC vocabulary game free?
Yes. The game is free to play with no sign-up. Signing in adds AI explanations for any term.
How does the CC vocabulary game work?
Each round shows a clue for one of 20 CC terms. Guess the term in six tries: green means the right letter in the right spot, yellow means the letter is in the term but in another spot, and gray means it is not in the term. After the round, read the explanation and play the next term.
Where do the CC terms come from?
OpenExamPrep researched each term from the ISC2 / Pearson VUE content outline and primary sources, listed under Sources on this page. The game is independent study material, not an official exam resource.
What is the ISC2 CC exam format in 2026?
The current ISC2 CC exam uses Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT). ISC2 lists a 2-hour time limit, 100-125 multiple-choice and advanced item types, a 700 out of 1000 passing grade, and Pearson VUE test-center delivery. The current exam outline took effect September 1, 2026, replacing the outline that had applied since October 1, 2025.
Do I need experience for the ISC2 CC certification?
No. Certified in Cybersecurity is designed as an entry-level ISC2 certification with no professional experience requirement to sit for the exam. It is a fit for students, career changers, early IT workers, and candidates building a foundation before Security+, SSCP, or CISSP.