CompTIA Security+

Materials I used to pass the Security+

CompTIA CertMaster Learn for Security+

  • Comprehensive eLearning tool designed to cover all Security+ exam objectives.
  • Interactive learning with progress tracking to monitor your readiness.
  • Structured lessons with quizzes and practice questions for effective preparation.
  • Ideal for self-paced learners, allowing you to go through the material at your own pace.

CompTIA CertMaster Labs for Security+

  • Hands-on labs to practice real-world security scenarios and apply knowledge.
  • Allows you to interact with simulated environments to improve practical skills.
  • Builds your confidence to perform the tasks needed to pass the Security+ exam.
  • Highly recommended for developing hands-on experience alongside theoretical learning.

CertMaster Learn for Security+ Training (~40 hours)

  • 21 chapters
  • 250+ practice questions
  • 16 lessons with performance-based questions

CertMaster Labs for Security+ Training (~23 hours)

  1. Scanning and Identifying Network Nodes
  2. Intercepting and Interpreting Network Traffic with Packet Sniffing Tools
  3. Analyzing the Results of a Credentialed Vulnerability Scan
  4. Installing, Using, and Blocking a Malware-based Backdoor
  5. Performing Network Reconnaissance and Vulnerability Scanning
  6. Managing the Lifecycle of a Certificate
  7. Managing Certificates with OpenSSL
  8. Auditing Passwords with a Password Cracking Utility
  9. Managing Centralized Authentication
  10. Managing Access Controls in Windows Server
  11. Configuring a System for Auditing Policies
  12. Managing Access Controls in Linux
  13. Configuring Identity and Access Management Controls
  14. Implementing a Secure Network Design
  15. Configuring a Firewall
  16. Configuring an Intrusion Detection System
  17. Implementing Secure Network Addressing Services
  18. Implementing a Virtual Private Network
  19. Implementing a Secure SSH Server
  20. Implementing Endpoint Protection
  21. Securing the Network Infrastructure
  22. Identifying Application Attack Indicators
  23. Identifying a Browser Attack
  24. Implementing PowerShell Security
  25. Identifying Malicious Code
  26. Identifying Application Attacks
  27. Managing Data Sources for Incident Response
  28. Configuring Mitigation Controls
  29. Acquiring Digital Forensics Evidence
  30. Backing Up and Restoring Data in Windows and Linux
  31. Managing Incident Response, Mitigation, and Recovery

Professor Messer's CompTIA Security+ Training Series

  • Comprehensive video series covering all the topics for the CompTIA Security+ certification.
  • Clear and concise explanations, making even complex topics easier to grasp.
  • Helps prepare for both theoretical and practical aspects of the Security+ exam.
  • Highly recommended by Security+ certified professionals.
  • Great resource to complement hands-on practice and study materials.