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Key Facts: Cisco 300-730 SVPN Exam

~60

Approximate Question Count

Cisco SVPN v1.1 exam description

90 min

Time Limit

Cisco SVPN v1.1 exam description

$300

Exam Fee (USD)

Cisco / Pearson VUE pricing

30/25/25/20

Domain Weightings

Secure Comm / Site-to-Site / Remote Access / Troubleshooting

3 yrs

Certification Validity

CCNP Security concentration

Pearson VUE

Test Delivery

In-person or online proctored

Cisco 300-730 SVPN v1.1 is a 90-minute, ~60-question CCNP Security concentration exam costing $300 USD through Pearson VUE. The blueprint covers Secure Communications (30%), Site-to-Site VPN (25%), Remote Access VPN (25%), and Troubleshooting (20%). Topics include IPsec (IKEv1/v2, ESP, AH), DMVPN (Phase 1/2/3), FlexVPN, GET VPN, Cisco AnyConnect, clientless SSL VPN, and troubleshooting with ASDM and CLI. Passing earns the Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security VPN Implementation badge. Note: Last day to test is August 26, 2026.

Sample Cisco 300-730 SVPN Practice Questions

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1Which IPsec protocol provides both data confidentiality and integrity through encryption and authentication?
A.AH (Authentication Header)
B.ESP (Encapsulating Security Payload)
C.IKE (Internet Key Exchange)
D.ISAKMP (Internet Security Association and Key Management Protocol)
Explanation: ESP (Encapsulating Security Payload) provides confidentiality through encryption, data origin authentication, and integrity checking. AH only provides authentication and integrity without encryption.
2What is the primary difference between IPsec transport mode and tunnel mode?
A.Transport mode encrypts only the payload; tunnel mode encrypts the entire original packet
B.Transport mode uses AH only; tunnel mode uses ESP only
C.Transport mode is for site-to-site VPNs; tunnel mode is for remote access VPNs
D.Transport mode is faster; tunnel mode adds authentication
Explanation: In transport mode, only the payload of the IP packet is encrypted and/or authenticated, leaving the original IP header intact. In tunnel mode, the entire original IP packet is encapsulated within a new IP packet, providing protection for the complete original packet.
3Which IKEv1 phase is responsible for negotiating the IPsec security associations?
A.Phase 1
B.Phase 2
C.Phase 3
D.Quick Mode
Explanation: IKEv1 Phase 2 (also called Quick Mode) negotiates the IPsec security associations that protect user data traffic. Phase 1 establishes the secure management channel first.
4What is the purpose of the Diffie-Hellman key exchange in IKE?
A.To authenticate the peers using digital certificates
B.To establish a shared secret key over an insecure channel
C.To encrypt the IPsec data payload
D.To manage certificate revocation lists
Explanation: Diffie-Hellman (DH) is a key exchange algorithm that allows two parties to establish a shared secret over an insecure channel. This shared secret is then used to derive encryption keys for the IPsec SAs.
5Which symmetric encryption algorithm provides the strongest security for IPsec VPNs?
A.DES
B.3DES
C.AES-256
D.AES-128
Explanation: AES-256 uses a 256-bit key and is currently the strongest symmetric encryption algorithm commonly supported in IPsec VPNs. It provides a higher security margin than AES-128, DES, or 3DES.
6In IKEv2, which exchange type combines the functions of IKEv1 Phase 1 and Phase 2 into a single exchange?
A.Aggressive Mode
B.Main Mode
C.IKE_SA_INIT and IKE_AUTH exchange
D.Quick Mode
Explanation: IKEv2 simplifies the negotiation by using an IKE_SA_INIT exchange followed by an IKE_AUTH exchange. Together these establish both the IKE SA and the first IPsec SA in just four messages, compared to IKEv1's six or more.
7Which hashing algorithm is recommended for IPsec integrity checking in modern deployments?
A.MD5
B.SHA-1
C.SHA-256
D.CRC-32
Explanation: SHA-256 is the recommended hashing algorithm for IPsec integrity checking in modern deployments. MD5 and SHA-1 are considered deprecated due to known collision vulnerabilities.
8What role does a Certificate Authority (CA) serve in a PKI-based IPsec VPN?
A.It generates Diffie-Hellman keys for each VPN session
B.It issues and manages digital certificates for VPN peers
C.It encrypts the IPsec data traffic between peers
D.It performs NAT traversal for VPN connections
Explanation: A Certificate Authority (CA) is a trusted entity that issues, manages, and validates digital certificates used for peer authentication in PKI-based IPsec VPNs. Each peer presents its certificate to prove its identity.
9Which IPsec protocol provides authentication and integrity but does NOT provide confidentiality?
A.ESP
B.AH
C.IKE
D.NAT-T
Explanation: AH (Authentication Header) provides data origin authentication and integrity verification but does not encrypt the payload, so it provides no confidentiality. ESP is the protocol that adds encryption.
10What is the default IKEv1 Phase 1 encryption algorithm on Cisco IOS?
A.AES-256
B.3DES
C.DES
D.AES-128
Explanation: The default IKEv1 Phase 1 encryption algorithm on Cisco IOS is 3DES (DES-CBC3). However, best practice recommends configuring AES-256 for stronger security.

About the Cisco 300-730 SVPN Exam

The Cisco 300-730 SVPN (Implementing Secure Solutions with Virtual Private Networks v1.1) is a 90-minute CCNP Security concentration exam covering VPN technologies. Candidates demonstrate competence in cryptography and PKI fundamentals, IPsec site-to-site VPNs (crypto maps, VTI, DMVPN, FlexVPN, GET VPN), remote access VPNs (Cisco AnyConnect, clientless SSL VPN, AAA integration), and VPN troubleshooting using ASDM and CLI. Passing earns the Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security VPN Implementation badge.

Exam sponsor: Cisco / Pearson VUE. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Approximately 55-65 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions covering Secure Communications (30%), Site-to-Site VPN (25%), Remote Access VPN (25%), and Troubleshooting (20%)

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

Variable cut score (commonly cited 750-825/1000); Cisco does not publish the exact value

Exam / Certification Fees

$300 USD

Exam sponsor website

Reported exam pass rate: Cisco does not publicly report pass rates. Exam sponsor website

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Our practice resources: topics covered

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30%

Secure Communications

Cryptography fundamentals (symmetric: AES, 3DES; asymmetric: RSA, DH; hashing: SHA-256, HMAC); IPsec protocol suite (ESP encryption and authentication, AH authentication-only); IKEv1 Phase 1 (main mode, aggressive mode) and Phase 2 (quick mode); IKEv2 negotiation (IKE_SA_INIT, IKE_AUTH, CREATE_CHILD_SA); SSL/TLS fundamentals for VPN; PKI architecture (CA, certificates, CRL, SCEP)

25%

Site-to-Site VPN

IPsec site-to-site VPN using crypto maps on IOS and ASA; VTI (Virtual Tunnel Interface) based IPsec; DMVPN Phase 1 (hub-and-spoke), Phase 2 (spoke-to-spoke on-demand), Phase 3 (spoke-to-spoke with scalable routing); NHRP (Next Hop Resolution Protocol); FlexVPN with IKEv2; GET VPN (Group Encrypted Transport VPN) with GDOI key servers; GRE over IPsec; multi-point GRE (mGRE)

25%

Remote Access VPN

Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client deployment and configuration; AnyConnect profiles and modules (core, web security, DART, Umbrella, ISE posture); clientless SSL VPN (web portal, bookmarks, smart tunnels, port forwarding); AAA integration with ISE, RADIUS, and LDAP; remote access group policies; split tunneling and tunnel-all modes; connection profiles and authorization

20%

Troubleshooting

IPsec tunnel negotiation troubleshooting (IKE Phase 1/2 failures, mismatched proposals); DMVPN troubleshooting (NHRP registration, spoke-to-spoke tunnels); FlexVPN troubleshooting (IKEv2 session issues); AnyConnect troubleshooting (DART bundle analysis, connection failures, certificate errors); show and debug commands (show crypto session, show crypto ipsec sa, debug crypto isakmp/ikev2)

Preparing for the Cisco 300-730 SVPN Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Variable cut score (commonly cited 750-825/1000); Cisco does not publish the exact value
  • Assessment: Approximately 55-65 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions covering Secure Communications (30%), Site-to-Site VPN (25%), Remote Access VPN (25%), and Troubleshooting (20%)
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Exam / certification fees: $300 USD Official sources

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Cisco 300-730 SVPN: Suggested Study Strategy

1Know the differences between DMVPN Phase 1 (hub-and-spoke only), Phase 2 (spoke-to-spoke via NHRP), and Phase 3 (spoke-to-spoke with scalable routing using NHRP redirect/shortcut)
2Master IKEv2 vs IKEv1 differences — IKEv2 is simpler (4 messages vs 6+ for main mode), supports EAP, and is the basis for FlexVPN
3Learn crypto map vs VTI vs DVTI for remote access — understand when to use each interface type
4Know AnyConnect modules: core, web security, DART, Umbrella, ISE posture, and Network Visibility Module
5Practice troubleshooting commands: show crypto session, show crypto ipsec sa, show crypto isakmp sa, and debug crypto ikev2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Cisco 300-730 SVPN exam?

The 300-730 SVPN (Implementing Secure Solutions with Virtual Private Networks v1.1) is a 90-minute CCNP Security concentration exam. It covers VPN cryptography, IPsec site-to-site VPNs, DMVPN, FlexVPN, Cisco AnyConnect, clientless SSL VPN, and troubleshooting. Passing earns the Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security VPN Implementation badge.

How much does the 300-730 SVPN exam cost?

The exam costs $300 USD per attempt at Pearson VUE testing centers or via online proctoring.

Is the 300-730 SVPN exam being retired?

Yes. Cisco has announced that the last day to test for 300-730 SVPN is August 26, 2026, alongside 300-720 SESA and 300-725 SWSA.

What topics does the SVPN 300-730 exam cover?

The blueprint covers Secure Communications (30%), Site-to-Site VPN (25%), Remote Access VPN (25%), and Troubleshooting using ASDM and CLI (20%). Topics include IPsec, DMVPN, FlexVPN, GET VPN, AnyConnect, and clientless SSL VPN.