Focused review for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam The CompTIA Security+ certification offers tremendous opportunities for IT professionals. For those who want to take their careers to the next level, CompTIA Security+ Review Guide: Exam SY0-401 is here to serve as a great resource for certification preparation. This concise, focused guide is easy to use and is organized by each exam objective for quick review and reinforcement of key topics. You'll find information on network security, compliance and operational security, and threats and vulnerabilities. Additionally, this indispensable resource delves into application, data, and host security, access control and identity management, and cryptography. Whether you're looking to achieve Security+ certification or simply get up to speed on key IT security concepts, this review guide brings together lessons on the most essential topics. In addition to the content in the book, you'll have access to more than 100 practice exam questions, electronic flashcards, and a searchable glossary of key terms. Serves as an essential review guide for Security+ certification exam Split into six sections that cover the most essential topics for professionals interested in Security+ certification and other certifications Features additional resources featured on companion website, including practice exam questions, electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key terms More than 250,000 IT professionals have earned their Security+ certification since it was founded. Join the thousands who are excelling in their IT careers and get a head start on reviewing for one of the field's most sought after certifications.
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James Michael Stewart, Security+, CISSP, CEH, CHFI, is a security expert, full-time writer, trainer, and researcher for Impact Online, an independent courseware development company. He has authored and contributed to over 75 books, including previous editions of the CompTIA Security+ Review Guide, and the CISSP Study Guide, both by Sybex. Stewart provides IT instruction across the globe for various public and private organizations.
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THE PERFECT COMPANION TO SYBEX'S COMPTIA SECURITY+ STUDY GUIDE: SY0-401
Approach the CompTIA Security+ exam with confidence
Before you take the CompTIA Security+ Exam (SY0-401), reinforce your test prep with this concise guide that reviews all six exam domains: Network Security; Compliance and Operational Security; Threats and Vulnerabilities; Application, Data, and Host Security; Access Control and Identity Management; and Cryptography.
You'll find full coverage of all exam objectivesplus gain access to a practical and targeted set of study tools.
- Easy-to-use book is organized by exam objectives for quick review
- Flexible review guide goes hand-in-hand with any learning tool on the market, including the Sybex CompTIA Security+ Study Guide: SY0-401
- Exam Essentials section in each chapter helps you zero in on what you need to know
- Gain access to a complete set of exam prep and review tools, including 100 practice exam questions, electronic flash cards, and a Glossary of Key Terms
Go to www.sybex.com/go/securityplusrg for a full set of online review tools
- Targeted Review Tool for the CompTIA Security+ Exam
- Includes Access to a Full Set of Study Tools
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Zusammenfassung
Focused review for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam
The CompTIA Security+ certification offers tremendous opportunities for IT professionals. For those who want to take their careers to the next level, CompTIA Security+ Review Guide: Exam SY0-401 is here to serve as a great resource for certification preparation. This concise, focused guide is easy to use and is organized by each exam objective for quick review and reinforcement of key topics. You'll find information on network security, compliance and operational security, and threats and vulnerabilities. Additionally, this indispensable resource delves into application, data, and host security, access control and identity management, and cryptography. Whether you're looking to achieve Security+ certification or simply get up to speed on key IT security concepts, this review guide brings together lessons on the most essential topics.
In addition to the content in the book, you'll have access to more than 100 practice exam questions, electronic flashcards, and a searchable glossary of key terms.
- Serves as an essential review guide for Security+ certification exam
- Split into six sections that cover the most essential topics for professionals interested in Security+ certification and other certifications
- Features additional resources featured on companion website, including practice exam questions, electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key terms
More than 250,000 IT professionals have earned their Security+ certification since it was founded. Join the thousands who are excelling in their IT careers and get a head start on reviewing for one of the field's most sought after certifications.
Inhalt
Introduction xxv
Chapter 1 Network Security 1
1.1 Implement security configuration parameters on network devices and other technologies 5
1.2 Given a scenario, use secure network administration principles 22
1.3 Explain network design elements and components 27
1.4 Given a scenario, implement common protocols and services 40
1.5 Given a scenario, troubleshoot security issues related to wireless networking 56
Chapter 2 Compliance and Operational Security 69
2.1 Explain the importance of risk-related concepts 76
2.2 Summarize the security implications of integrating systems and data with third parties 92
2.3 Given a scenario, implement appropriate riskmitigation strategies 96
2.4 Given a scenario, implement basic forensic procedures 101
2.5 Summarize common incident response procedures 106
2.6 Explain the importance of security-related awareness and training 111
2.7 Compare and contrast physical security and environmental controls 123
2.8 Summarize risk-management best practices 135
2.9 Given a scenario, select the appropriate control to meet the goals of security 148
Chapter 3 Threats and Vulnerabilities 155
3.1 Explain types of malware 161
3.2 Summarize various types of attacks 167
3.3 Summarize social engineering attacks and the associated effectiveness with each attack 184
3.4 Explain types of wireless attacks 188
3.5 Explain types of application attacks 194
3.6 Analyze a scenario and select the appropriate type of mitigation and deterrent techniques 201
3.7 Given a scenario, use appropriate tools and techniques to discover security threats and vulnerabilities 211
3.8 Explain the proper use of penetration testing versus vulnerability scanning 217
Chapter 4 Application, Data, and Host Security 225
4.1 Explain the importance of application security controls and techniques 229
4.2 Summarize mobile security concepts and technologies 235
4.3 Given a scenario, select the appropriate solution to establish host security 244
4.4 Implement the appropriate controls to ensure data security 251
4.5 Compare and contrast alternative methods to mitigate security risks in static environments 257
Chapter 5 Access Control and Identity Management 267
5.1 Compare and contrast the function and purpose of authentication services 270
5.2 Given a scenario, select the appropriate authentication, authorizat…