GAQM CFA CFA-001

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GAQM CFA-001 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	GAQM
Exam Name:	Certified Forensic Analyst (CFA)
Exam Number:	CFA-001
Real Exam Qty:	100
Exam Duration:	120 minutes
Exam Price:	USD 150
Exam Format:	Scenario-based, Multiple Choice
Certificate Validity Period:	3 years
Related Certifications:	CFCE GCFE CCE EnCE
Passing Score:	70%
Available Languages:	English
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Online proctored examination at authorized testing centers or remote invigilation
Pre Condition:	Recommended: Basic knowledge of operating systems, networking, and information security. No mandatory prerequisites.
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.gaqm.org/certifications/certified_forensic_analyst

GAQM CFA-001 Exam Syllabus Topics:

CFA-001 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the CFA-001 exam lead to?

The CFA-001 exam is the official GAQM exam behind the GAQM CFA certification, validating the skills measured by the GAQM Certified Forensic Analyst (CFA) credential. It sits at the Intermediate level of the GAQM certification program. It also connects to CFCE, EnCE, GCFE, CCE, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the CFA-001 exam, and how much time do I get?

The CFA-001 exam contains 100 questions to be completed within 120 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 CFA-001 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the CFA-001 exam is 70%, and the official registration fee is USD 150. 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 180 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 CFA-001 exam?

Recommended: Basic knowledge of operating systems, networking, and information security. No mandatory prerequisites. Requirements can change when GAQM revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

Can I try the CFA-001 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free CFA-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 GAQM 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 CFA-001 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every GAQM Certified Forensic Analyst (CFA) 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 CFA-001 exam?

The GAQM Certified Forensic Analyst (CFA) exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:

• Computer Forensics Fundamentals — 15% of the exam
• Malware Analysis and Detection — 15% of the exam
• Windows Forensics — 15% 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.

GAQM Certified Forensic Analyst (CFA) Sample Questions:

Question #1
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a data encryption method for WLANs based on 802.11 standards. Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) enhances WEP by adding a rekeying mechanism to provide fresh encryption and integrity keys. Temporal keys are changed for every____________.

A. 5,000 packets
B. 10.000 packets
C. 15,000 packets
D. 20.000 packets

Question #2
Mobile phone forensics is the science of recovering digital evidence from a mobile phone under forensically sound conditions.

A. True
B. False

Question #3
Which of the following Steganography techniques allows you to encode information that ensures creation of cover for secret communication?

A. Spread spectrum techniques
B. Transform domain techniques
C. Cover generation techniques
D. Substitution techniques

Question #4
Which root folder (hive) of registry editor contains a vast array of configuration information for the system, including hardware settings and software settings?

A. HKEY-CURRENT_CONFIG
B. HKEY_CURRENT_USER
C. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE
D. HKEY_USERS

Question #5
How do you define forensic computing?

A. It is the science of capturing, processing, and investigating data security incidents and making it acceptable to a court of law.
B. It is the administrative and legal proceeding in the process of forensic investigation
C. It is a methodology of guidelines that deals with the process of cyber investigation
D. It Is a preliminary and mandatory course necessary to pursue and understand fundamental principles of ethical hacking

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