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Key Facts: Security+ Exam
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Pass Rate
CompTIA
750 on 100-900 scale
Passing Score
CompTIA
SY0-701
Current Code
CompTIA
Nov 7, 2023
Launch Date
CompTIA
$439
Exam Fee
CompTIA
90 min
Exam Duration
CompTIA
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) is the current Security+ V7 exam series. It launched November 7, 2023, has a maximum of 90 multiple-choice and performance-based questions, allows 90 minutes, and requires a 750 score on CompTIA's 100-900 scale.
Sample Security+ Practice Questions
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1A company installs security cameras throughout its office building to discourage unauthorized access. What type of security control is this?
2A help desk follows a documented manual procedure to verify a caller's identity before resetting a password. Which category and type of control does this represent?
3After a firewall rule is found to be too restrictive for a critical business application, the security team implements a proxy-based workaround that still enforces security policies. What type of control is this proxy solution?
4A SIEM system generates an alert when it detects unusual login patterns from a user account. What type of security control does the SIEM represent in this scenario?
5Following a malware infection, the IT team restores affected systems from clean backups. What type of security control does this backup restoration represent?
6A security architect is designing a defense strategy that uses firewalls at the network perimeter, host-based intrusion detection on servers, and endpoint protection on workstations. Which security principle does this approach best illustrate?
7An organization classifies its security controls into categories: managerial, operational, and technical. A policy requiring background checks for new hires falls under which category?
8A security team deploys a honeypot server designed to appear as a vulnerable database server. What is the PRIMARY control type this honeypot serves?
9A hospital encrypts all patient records stored in its database to ensure only authorized medical staff can read the information. Which element of the CIA triad is this primarily protecting?
10A financial institution implements checksums and digital signatures on all wire transfer instructions. Which element of the CIA triad is being primarily addressed?
About the Security+ Exam
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) validates core security skills and is approved for multiple DoDM 8140.03 work roles; candidates must verify the required work role and proficiency level for a specific position.
Questions
90 scored questions
Time Limit
90 minutes
Passing Score
750 on a 100-900 scale
Exam Fee
$439 (CompTIA)
Security+ Exam Content Outline
General Security Concepts
Security controls, CIA triad, authentication, authorization, and zero trust
Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations
Threat actors, attack types, malware, social engineering, and vulnerability management
Security Architecture
Network architecture, cloud security, cryptography, and PKI
Security Operations
Monitoring, incident response, forensics, endpoint security, and vulnerability management
Security Program Management and Oversight
Risk management, governance, compliance, data privacy, and security awareness
How to Pass the Security+ Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 750 on a 100-900 scale
- Exam length: 90 questions
- Time limit: 90 minutes
- Exam fee: $439
Keys to Passing
- Work through all 325 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
Security+ Study Tips from Top Performers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Security+ SY0-701 exam format?
The Security+ SY0-701 exam has a maximum of 90 questions with a 90-minute time limit. Question types include multiple choice and performance-based questions (PBQs). You need a score of 750 on a scale of 100-900 to pass. The standard U.S. exam voucher price is $439 USD.
Is Security+ good for beginners?
Yes, Security+ is designed as an entry-level to intermediate cybersecurity certification. While CompTIA recommends CompTIA Network+ and 2 years of IT experience, many candidates pass without prior certifications. It is one of the most recommended first cybersecurity certifications.
Which Security+ SY0-701 domains should I prioritize?
Prioritize by official weight and by your misses. Security Operations is 28%, Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations is 22%, Security Program Management and Oversight is 20%, Security Architecture is 18%, and General Security Concepts is 12%. Operations plus threats make up half the exam.
Is Security+ DoD approved?
Yes. Security+ is approved for multiple DoDM 8140.03 work roles. Eligibility depends on the exact DCWF work role and proficiency level, so candidates should check the current qualification matrix for the position.
How long should I study for Security+?
Most candidates should plan 90-150 hours, adjusted for prior networking and security experience. Focus on Security Operations (28%) and Threats/Vulnerabilities (22%), then use missed practice questions to target weaker domains.
What should I practice beyond definitions?
Practice scenario decisions: matching attacks to mitigations, reading firewall rules, ordering incident response steps, prioritizing vulnerabilities, reviewing access rights, and identifying the best evidence for compliance controls. SY0-701 rewards applied judgment more than vocabulary alone.