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CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Certification Guide - Third Edition

By : Ian Neil
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CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Certification Guide - Third Edition

By: Ian Neil

Overview of this book

Building on the success of its bestselling predecessor, this third edition of the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Certification Guide serves as your one-stop resource for SY0-701 exam preparation. Written by cybersecurity expert Ian Neil, this comprehensive guide helps you unlock the intricacies of cybersecurity and understand the technology behind the SY0-701 certification, ensuring you approach the exam with confidence. By exploring cybersecurity in detail, this book introduces essential principles, controls, and best practices. The chapters are carefully structured to align with the exam objectives of the 701 update, bringing to you the most recent and relevant exam study material. By mastering cybersecurity fundamentals, you’ll acquire the knowledge and skills to identify and mitigate threats, manage vulnerabilities, and safeguard enterprise infrastructure. You’ll be well equipped to apply the principles of security governance and compliance, conduct risk assessments, and excel in audit and assessment tasks. The book also contains mock exams and flashcards to help reinforce your learning and assess your exam-readiness. Whether you aim to excel the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exam, advance your career in cybersecurity, or enhance your existing knowledge, this book will transform you into a cybersecurity expert.

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Table of Contents (38 chapters)
Preface
Preface
Who This Book Is For
What This Book Covers
Domain 1: General Security Concepts
Domain 2: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations
Domain 3: Security Architecture
Domain 4: Security Operations
Domain 5: Security Program Management and Oversight
How to Use This Book
End of Chapter Self-Assessment Questions
Additional Online Resources
Download the Color Images
Conventions Used
Get in Touch
Reviews
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Domain 1: General Security Concepts
Domain 1: General Security Concepts
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Chapter 1: Compare and contrast various types of security controls
Introduction
Control Categories
Control Types
Summary
Exam Objectives 1.1
Chapter Review Questions
3
Chapter 2: Summarize fundamental security concepts
Introduction
Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability
Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting
Gap Analysis
Zero Trust
Physical Security
Deception and Disruption Technology
Summary
Exam Objectives 1.2
Chapter Review Questions
4
Chapter 3: Explain the importance of change management processes and the impact to security
Introduction
Change Management
Technical Implications
Documentation
Version Control
Summary
Exam Objectives 1.3
Chapter Review Questions
5
Chapter 4: Explain the importance of using appropriate cryptographic solutions
Introduction
Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Encryption
Tools
Obfuscation
Hashing
Key Stretching
Blockchain
Certificates
Summary
Exam Objectives 1.4
Chapter Review Questions
6
Domain 2: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations
Domain 2: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations
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Chapter 5: Compare and contrast common threat actors and motivations
Introduction
Threat Actors
Attributes of Actors
Motivations
Summary
Exam Objectives 2.1
Chapter Review Questions
8
Chapter 6: Explain common threat vectors and attack surfaces
Introduction
Message-Based
Image-Based
File-Based
Voice Call
Removable Device
Vulnerable Software
Unsupported Systems and Applications
Unsecure Networks
Supply Chain
Human Vectors/Social Engineering
Summary
Exam Objectives 2.2
Chapter Review Questions
9
Chapter 7: Explain various types of vulnerabilities
Introduction
Application Vulnerabilities
Operating System (OS)-Based Vulnerabilities
Web-Based Vulnerabilities
Hardware Vulnerabilities
Virtualization Vulnerabilities
Cloud-Specific Vulnerabilities
Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Cryptographic Vulnerabilities
Misconfiguration Vulnerabilities
Mobile Device Vulnerabilities
Zero-Day Vulnerabilities
Summary
Exam Objective 2.3
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 8: Given a scenario, analyze indicators of malicious activity
Introduction
Malware Attacks
Physical Attacks
Network Attacks
Application Attacks
Cryptographic Attacks
Password Attacks
Indicators of Attack
Summary
Exam Objectives 2.4
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 9: Explain the purpose of mitigation techniques used to secure the enterprise
Introduction
Segmentation
Access Control
Application Allow List
Application Block List
Isolation
Patching
Encryption
Monitoring
Least Privilege
Configuration Enforcement
Decommissioning
Hardening Techniques
Summary
Exam Objectives 2.5
Chapter Review Questions
12
Domain 3: Security Architecture
Domain 3: Security Architecture
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Chapter 10: Compare and contrast security implications of different architecture models
Introduction
Securing the Network
Architecture and Infrastructure Concepts
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Serverless
Network Infrastructure
Considerations for Your Infrastructure
Summary
Exam Objectives 3.1
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 11: Given a scenario, apply security principles to secure enterprise infrastructure
Introduction
Infrastructure Considerations
Secure Communication/Access
Selection of Effective Controls
Summary
Exam Objectives 3.2
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 12: Compare and contrast concepts and strategies to protect data
Introduction
Data Types
Data Classifications
General Data Considerations
Methods to Secure Data
Summary
Exam Objectives 3.3
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 13: Explain the importance of resilience and recovery in security architecture
Introduction
High Availability
Site Considerations
Platform Diversity
Multi-Cloud Systems
Continuity of Operations
Capacity Planning
Testing
Backups
Power
Summary
Exam Objectives 3.4
Chapter Review Questions
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Domain 4: Security Operations
Domain 4: Security Operations
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Chapter 14: Given a scenario, apply common security techniques to computing resources
Introduction
Secure Baselines
Wireless Devices
Mobile Solutions
Wireless Security Settings
Application Security
Sandboxing
Monitoring
Summary
Exam Objectives 4.1
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 15: Explain the security implications of proper hardware, software, and data asset management
Introduction
Acquisition/Procurement Process
Assignment/Accounting
Monitoring/Asset Tracking
Disposal/Decommissioning
Summary
Exam Objective 4.2
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 16: Explain various activities associated with vulnerability management
Introduction
Identification Methods
Vulnerability Response and Remediation
Validation of Remediation
Reporting
Summary
Exam Objective 4.3
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 17: Explain security alerting and monitoring concepts and tools
Introduction
Monitoring Computing Resources
Activities
Alert Response and Remediation/Validation
Tools
Summary
Exam Objectives 4.4
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 18: Given a scenario, modify enterprise capabilities to enhance security
Introduction
Firewall
Zones
IDSs/IPSs
Web Filtering
Operating System Security
The Implementation of Secure Protocols
Email Security
File Integrity Monitoring
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Network Access Control (NAC)
Endpoint Detection and Response, and Extended Detection and Response
User Behavior Analytics
Summary
Exam Objectives 4.5
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 19: Given a scenario, implement and maintain identity and access management
Introduction
Provisioning User Accounts
Deprovisioning User Accounts
Permission Assignments and Implications
Identity Proofing
Federation
Single Sign-On (SSO)
Interoperability
Attestation
Access Controls
Multi-Factor Authentication
Password Concepts
Password Managers
Passwordless
Privileged Access Management (PAM)
PAM Tools
Summary
Exam Objective 4.6
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 20: Explain the importance of automation and orchestration related to secure operations
Introduction
Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR)
Use Cases of Automation and Scripting
Benefits
Other Considerations
Summary
Exam Objectives 4.7
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 21: Explain appropriate incident response activities
Introduction
Process
Attack Frameworks
Training
Testing
Root Cause Analysis
Threat Hunting
Digital Forensics
Summary
Exam Objectives 4.8
Chapter Review Questions
26
Chapter 22: Given a scenario, use data sources to support an investigation
Introduction
Log Data
Data Sources
Packet Captures
Summary
Exam Objectives 4.9
Chapter Review Questions
27
Domain 5: Security Program Management and Oversight
Domain 5: Security Program Management and Oversight
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Chapter 23: Summarize elements of effective security governance
Introduction
Guidelines
Policies
Software Development Life Cycle
Standards
Procedures
External Considerations
Monitoring and Revision
Types of Governance Structures
Roles and Responsibilities for Systems and Data
Summary
Exam Objectives 5.1
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 24: Explain elements of the risk management process
Introduction
Risk Analysis
Risk Register
Risk Tolerance
Risk Appetite
Risk Management Strategies
Risk Reporting
Business Impact Analysis
Summary
Exam Objectives 5.2
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 25: Explain the processes associated with third-party risk assessment and management
Introduction
Vendor Assessment
Vendor Selection
Agreement Types
Vendor Monitoring
Questionnaires
Rules of Engagement
Summary
Exam Objectives 5.3
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 26: Summarize elements of effective security compliance
Introduction
Compliance Reporting
Compliance Monitoring
Privacy – Regulations
Privacy – Data
Summary
Exam Objectives 5.4
Chapter Review Questions
32
Chapter 27: Explain types and purposes of audits and assessments
Introduction
Summary
Exam Objectives 5.5
Chapter Review Questions
33
Chapter 28: Given a scenario, implement security awareness practices
Introduction
Phishing
Anomalous Behavior Recognition
User Guidance and Training
Reporting and Monitoring
Summary
Exam Objectives 5.6
Chapter Review Questions
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Chapter 29: Accessing the online practice resources
Chapter 29: Accessing the online practice resources
Troubleshooting Tips
Practice Resources – A Quick Tour
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Solutions
Chapter 1: Compare and contrast various types of security controls
Chapter 2: Summarize fundamental security concepts
Chapter 3: Explain the importance of change management processes and the impact to security
Chapter 4: Explain the importance of using appropriate cryptographic solutions
Chapter 5: Compare and contrast common threat actors and motivations
Chapter 6: Explain common threat vectors and attack surfaces
Chapter 7: Explain various types of vulnerabilities
Chapter 8: Given a scenario, analyze indicators of malicious activity
Chapter 9: Explain the purpose of mitigation techniques used to secure the enterprise
Chapter 10: Compare and contrast security implications of different architecture models
Chapter 11: Given a scenario, apply security principles to secure enterprise infrastructure
Chapter 12: Compare and contrast concepts and strategies to protect data
Chapter 13: Explain the importance of resilience and recovery in security architecture
Chapter 14: Given a scenario, apply common security techniques to computing resources
Chapter 15: Explain the security implications of proper hardware, software, and data asset management
Chapter 16: Explain various activities associated with vulnerability management
Chapter 17: Explain security alerting and monitoring concepts and tools
Chapter 18: Given a scenario, modify enterprise capabilities to enhance security
Chapter 19: Given a scenario, implement and maintain identity and access management
Chapter 20: Explain the importance of automation and orchestration related to secure operations
Chapter 21: Explain appropriate incident response activities
Chapter 22: Given a scenario, use data sources to support an investigation
Chapter 23: Summarize elements of effective security governance
Chapter 24: Explain elements of the risk management process
Chapter 25: Explain the processes associated with third-party risk assessment and management
Chapter 26: Summarize elements of effective security compliance
Chapter 27: Explain types and purposes of audits and assessments
Chapter 28: Given a scenario, implement security awareness practices
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Chapter 6: Explain common threat vectors and attack surfaces

  1. The correct answer is option B. A phishing attack is where attackers impersonate a trusted entity (the IRS) to deceive recipients into divulging sensitive information. Option A is incorrect because a spear phishing attack is an email attack that targets a group of users. Option C is incorrect as it refers to an SMS phishing attack. Option D is incorrect as it describes an attack carried out over a phone call or by leaving a voicemail.
  2. The correct answer is option A. Steganography is the process of hiding secret information within seemingly ordinary files such as images or audio. It aims to prevent the detection of data by embedding it within the file itself. Option B is incorrect because malware injection involves inserting malicious code into software or systems, not hiding information within files. An example of malware injection could be the use of the following code: SELECT * FROM users WHERE username = ‘...
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