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CompTIA CAS-005 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | CompTIA |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | CompTIA SecurityX Certification Exam (CAS-005) |
| Exam Number: | CAS-005 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Related Certifications: | CompTIA PenTest+ CompTIA CySA+ CompTIA Security+ |
| Exam Duration: | 165 minutes |
| Exam Price: | $404 USD (may vary by region) |
| Real Exam Qty: | Up to 90 questions |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Format: | Performance-based questions (PBQs), Multiple-choice |
| Passing Score: | 750 (on a scale of 100-900) |
| Recommended Training: | CompTIA CertMaster Learn & Labs CompTIA Official Training Resources |
| Exam Registration: | CompTIA SecurityX Registration Pearson VUE CompTIA Exams |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Available via Pearson VUE test centers and online proctored exam |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; recommended 10+ years of general IT experience with at least 5 years in hands-on security roles |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.comptia.org/certifications/securityx |
CompTIA CAS-005 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Security Operations | approx. 25% | - Security monitoring and analysis - Incident response and recovery - Threat management and response |
| Security Engineering and Cryptography | approx. 23% | - Secure network and system engineering - Identity and access management design - Cryptographic solutions and implementations |
| Security Architecture | approx. 21% | - Secure system design principles - Cloud and hybrid environment security - Secure enterprise architecture design |
| Governance, Risk, and Compliance | approx. 22% | - Security policies and compliance requirements - Business continuity and disaster recovery planning - Risk management frameworks |
CAS-005 Exam FAQ: Before You Book Your Seat
CompTIA SecurityX Certification is an official CompTIA exam, listed under exam code CAS-005. A passing result earns you the CompTIA SecurityX (formerly CASP+) certification at the Expert level. It also ties into CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA PenTest+, extending its value across your certification roadmap. Employers read this credential as verified competence, which is why it keeps appearing in job requirements.
Expect Up to 90 questions questions inside 165 minutes on the CompTIA SecurityX Certification exam. That pace punishes hesitation, so rehearse it: the ActualPDF software engine simulates the real exam scene, reminds you of the questions you got wrong, and pushes you to re-practice them until the clock stops being your enemy.
Passing CompTIA SecurityX Certification requires 750 (on a scale of 100-900), and the official registration fee is $404 USD (may vary by region). Retakes charge the full $404 USD (may vary by region) again, which is why experienced candidates treat preparation as the cheaper exam fee. Verify your readiness with repeated ActualPDF practice scores above the requirement before you commit to a date.
No mandatory prerequisites; recommended 10+ years of general IT experience with at least 5 years in hands-on security roles
Requirements evolve, so confirm the current conditions before registering on the official exam page.
Registration for CompTIA SecurityX Certification goes through the official channels listed here.
When you schedule, note that the exam is delivered Available via Pearson VUE test centers and online proctored exam.
CompTIA recommends the following training for CompTIA SecurityX Certification candidates.
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The CompTIA SecurityX Certification syllabus spans 4 domains, led by Security Operations (approx. 25%), Security Engineering and Cryptography (approx. 23%), and Security Architecture (approx. 21%). The complete topic list is published above; candidates who study the map first rarely get lost later.
CompTIA SecurityX Certification Sample Questions:
A security administrator at a global organization wants to update password complexity rules for a system containing personally identifiable information. Which of the following would be the best resource for this information?
- A. NIST
- B. CMMI
- C. COPPA
- D. GDPR
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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Which of the following is the best reason for obtaining file hashes from a confiscated laptop?
- A. To later validate the integrity of each file
- B. To preserve the chain of custody of files
- C. To prevent metadata tampering on each file
- D. To generate unique identifiers for each file
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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An administrator reviews the following log and determines the root cause of a site-to-site tunnel failure:
Which of the following actions should the administrator take to most effectively correct the failure?
- A. Disable IKE version 1 and run IKE version 2.
- B. Add a new subnet as a permitted initiator.
- C. Update the cipher suites configured for use on the server side.
- D. Enable perfect forward secrecy on the remote peer.
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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A software vendor provides routine functionality and security updates to its global customer base.
The vendor would like to ensure distributed updates are authorized, originate from only the company, and have not been modified by others. Which of the following solutions best supports these objectives?
- A. Code signing
- B. Envelope encryption
- C. Application control
- D. File integrity monitoring
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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A security engineer is given the following requirements:
- An endpoint must only execute Internally signed applications
- Administrator accounts cannot install unauthorized software.
- Attempts to run unauthorized software must be logged
Which of the following best meets these requirements?
- A. Maintaining appropriate account access through directory management and controls
- B. Implementing a CSPM platform to monitor updates being pushed to applications
- C. Deploying an EDR solution to monitor and respond to software installation attempts
- D. Configuring application control with blocked hashes and enterprise-trusted root certificates
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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