CompTIA Security+
(SY0-701) Study Guide
The complete CertCrack guide to the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) exam — clear explanations, real-world scenarios, exam tips, exercises, performance-based question practice, and end-of-chapter tests.
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CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Study Guide
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First edition · October 2026
Contents
- Ch 1General Security Concepts
Security controls, cryptography basics, zero trust, AAA, and physical security. - Ch 2Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations
Threat actors, malware, phishing and social engineering, application attacks, and mitigations. - Ch 3Security Architecture
Secure network design, secure protocols, data protection, resilience, and recovery. - Ch 4Security Operations
Identity and access management, automation, incident response, forensics, and investigations. - Ch 5Security Program Management and Oversight
Governance, risk management, third-party risk, compliance, audits, and security awareness. - MockMock Exam
A full mock exam: 65 questions across all five domains plus 5 PBQ simulations, with a complete answer key.
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