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CompTIA CS0-001 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | CompTIA |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-001 |
| Exam Number: | CS0-001 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple-choice questions, Performance-based questions |
| Related Certifications: | CompTIA Network+ CompTIA Security+ |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Exam Duration: | 165 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | Up to 85 questions |
| Exam Price: | $369 USD (may vary by region) |
| Passing Score: | 750 (on a scale of 100–900) |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Recommended Training: | CompTIA CertMaster Learn for CySA+ CompTIA CySA+ Official Certification Page |
| Exam Registration: | CompTIA Exam Registration (Pearson VUE) |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Available via Pearson VUE testing centers and online proctored exam |
| Pre Condition: | CompTIA recommends Security+ or equivalent knowledge and 3–4 years of hands-on information security or related experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.comptia.org/certifications/cybersecurity-analyst |
CompTIA CS0-001 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Security Architecture and Tool Sets | 24% | - Security tools and technologies
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| Vulnerability Management | 26% | - Vulnerability identification and analysis
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| Threat Management | 27% | - Threat intelligence and threat detection techniques
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| Cyber Incident Response | 23% | - Incident handling and response procedures
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Common Questions About the CompTIA CS0-001 Exam
What is the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Certification exam all about?
The CS0-001 exam is the official CompTIA exam behind the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) certification, validating the skills measured by the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Certification credential. It sits at the Professional level of the CompTIA certification program. It also connects to CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the CS0-001 exam, and how much time do I get?
The CS0-001 exam contains Up to 85 questions questions to be completed within 165 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the CS0-001 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the CS0-001 exam is 750 (on a scale of 100–900), and the official registration fee is $369 USD (may vary by region). Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 458 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the CS0-001 exam?
CompTIA recommends Security+ or equivalent knowledge and 3–4 years of hands-on information security or related experience Requirements can change when CompTIA revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the CS0-001 exam?
You can book the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Certification exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Available via Pearson VUE testing centers and online proctored exam. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the CS0-001 exam?
CompTIA recommends the following training resources for the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Certification exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 458 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the CS0-001 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free CS0-001 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if CompTIA revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.
What if I fail the CS0-001 exam, and how is my order delivered?
Every CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Certification purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.
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What topics are covered in the CS0-001 exam?
The CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Certification exam blueprint is organized into 4 domains. The first three are:
- Threat Management — 27% of the exam
- Cyber Incident Response — 23% of the exam
- Vulnerability Management — 26% of the exam
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Certification Sample Questions:
Question #1
An analyst is preparing for a technical security compliance check on all Apache servers. Which of the following will be the BEST to use?
A. Cain & Abel
B. Nagios
C. OWASP
D. CIS benchmark
E. Untidy
Question #2
An analyst is troubleshooting a PC that is experiencing high processor and memory consumption. Investigation reveals the following processes are running on the system:
lsass.exe
csrss.exe
wordpad.exe
notepad.exe
Which of the following tools should the analyst utilize to determine the rogue process?
A. Use Netstat.
B. Use grep to search.
C. Use Nessus.
D. Ping 127.0.0.1.
Question #3
An analyst identifies multiple instances of node-to-node communication between several endpoints within the 10.200.2.0/24 network and a user machine at the IP address 10.200.2.5. This user machine at the IP address 10.200.2.5 is also identified as initiating outbound communication during atypical business hours with several IP addresses that have recently appeared on threat feeds.
Which of the following can be inferred from this activity?
A. 10.200.2.5 is a rogue endpoint.
B. 10.200.2.0/24 is not routable address space.
C. 10.200.2.5 is exfiltrating data.
D. 10.200.2.0/24 is infected with ransomware.
Question #4
A security incident has been created after noticing unusual behavior from a Windows domain controller. The server administrator has discovered that a user logged in to the server with elevated permissions, but the user's account does not follow the standard corporate naming scheme. There are also several other accounts in the administrators group that do not follow this naming scheme. Which of the following is the possible cause for this behavior and the BEST remediation step?
A. The Windows Active Directory domain controller has not completed synchronization, and should force the domain controller to sync.
B. The naming scheme allows for too many variations, and the account naming convention should be updates to enforce organizational policies.
C. The server administrator created user accounts cloning the wrong user ID, and the accounts should be removed from administrators and placed in an employee group.
D. The server has been compromised and should be removed from the network and cleaned before reintroducing it to the network.
Question #5
A security analyst is concerned that unauthorized users can access confidential data stored in the production server environment. All workstations on a particular network segment have full access to any server in production. Which of the following should be deployed in the production environment to prevent unauthorized access? (Choose two.)
A. DLP system
B. Jump box
C. IPS
D. Honeypot
E. Firewall
Solutions:
| Question #1 Correct Answer: D | Question #2 Correct Answer: A | Question #3 Correct Answer: C | Question #4 Correct Answer: B | Question #5 Correct Answer: B,E |
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