Free CompTIA Security+ SY0-601 Study Guide & Practice Exam Tests

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Introduction

Introduction to the Study Guide

Understanding CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601)

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Chapter 1: Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities

Social Engineering Techniques

Analyzing Attack Indicators

Application Attack Indicators

Network Attack Indicators

Threat Actors, Vectors, and Intelligence Sources

Types of Vulnerabilities

Security Assessment Techniques

Penetration Testing Techniques

Chapter 2: Architecture and Design

Security Concepts in an Enterprise Environment

Virtualization and Cloud Computing Concepts

Secure Application Development, Deployment, and Automation Concepts

Authentication and Authorization Design Concepts

Implementing Cybersecurity Resilience

Security Implications of Embedded and Specialized Systems

Physical Security Controls

Basics of Cryptographic Concepts

Chapter 3: Implementation

Secure Protocols Implementation

Host or Application Security Solutions

Secure Network Designs

Wireless Security Settings

Secure Mobile Solutions

Cybersecurity Solutions for the Cloud

Identity and Account Management Controls

Authentication and Authorization Solutions

Public Key Infrastructure Implementation

Chapter 4: Operations and Incident Response

Security Assessment Tools

Importance of Incident Response Policies, Processes, and Procedures

Data Sources for Incident Investigations

Mitigation Techniques or Controls

Key Aspects of Digital Forensics

Chapter 5: Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Types of Controls

Importance of Regulations, Standards, or Frameworks

Importance of Policies to Organizational Security

Risk Management Processes and Concepts

Privacy and Sensitive Data Concepts

Chapter 6: Practice Exams

CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) Practice Exams 3 Practice Tests

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