CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002

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CompTIA PT0-002 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	CompTIA
Exam Name:	CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Exam
Exam Number:	PT0-002
Related Certifications:	CompTIA Security+ CompTIA CySA+
Exam Duration:	165 minutes
Real Exam Qty:	Up to 85
Passing Score:	750 (scale 100–900)
Exam Price:	$392 USD
Certificate Validity Period:	3 years
Exam Format:	Multiple choice, Performance-based questions
Available Languages:	English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Japanese, French
Recommended Training:	CompTIA Official Training CompTIA Learning Materials
Exam Registration:	CompTIA Official Registration Pearson VUE Registration
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers
Pre Condition:	Recommended: CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent knowledge, plus minimum 2–3 years of hands-on information security or related experience
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.comptia.org/certifications/pentest

CompTIA PT0-002 Exam Syllabus Topics:

CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most

What is the CompTIA PT0-002 exam?

The PT0-002 exam is the official CompTIA exam behind the CompTIA PenTest+ certification, validating the skills measured by the CompTIA PenTest+ Certification credential. It sits at the Professional level of the CompTIA certification program. It also connects to CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the PT0-002 exam, and how much time do I get?

The PT0-002 exam contains Up to 85 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 PT0-002 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the PT0-002 exam is 750 (scale 100–900), and the official registration fee is $392 USD. 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 460 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 PT0-002 exam?

Recommended: CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent knowledge, plus minimum 2–3 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 PT0-002 exam?

You can book the CompTIA PenTest+ Certification exam through the official registration channels below:

• CompTIA Official Registration
• Pearson VUE Registration

As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.

What official training is recommended for the PT0-002 exam?

CompTIA recommends the following training resources for the CompTIA PenTest+ Certification exam:

• CompTIA Official Training
• CompTIA Learning Materials

Official courses build the foundation; the 460 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.

Can I try the PT0-002 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free PT0-002 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 PT0-002 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every CompTIA PenTest+ 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 PT0-002 exam?

The CompTIA PenTest+ Certification exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:

• Attacks and Exploits — 30% of the exam
• Tools and Code Analysis — 17% of the exam
• Planning and Scoping — 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.

CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Sample Questions:

Question 1

A penetration tester learned that when users request password resets, help desk analysts change users' passwords to 123change. The penetration tester decides to brute force an internet-facing webmail to check which users are still using the temporary password. The tester configures the brute-force tool to test usernames found on a text file and the... Which of the following techniques is the penetration tester using?

A. SQL injection
B. Password spraying
C. Kerberoasting
D. Password brute force attack

Question 2

During an assessment, a penetration tester inspected a log and found a series of thousands of requests coming from a single IP address to the same URL. A few of the requests are listed below.

Which of the following vulnerabilities was the attacker trying to exploit?

A. ..Session hijacking
B. ..SQL injection
C. ..URL manipulation
D. ..Insecure direct object reference

Question 3

Performing a penetration test against an environment with SCADA devices brings additional safety risk because the:

A. devices produce more heat and consume more power.
B. devices are obsolete and are no longer available for replacement.
C. devices may cause physical world effects.
D. protocols are more difficult to understand.

Question 4

A penetration tester who is doing a company-requested assessment would like to send traffic to another system using double tagging. Which of the following techniques would BEST accomplish this goal?

A. RFID cloning
B. RFID tagging
C. Meta tagging
D. Tag nesting

Question 5

A penetration tester noticed that an employee was using a wireless headset with a smartphone. Which of the following methods would be best to use to intercept the communications?

A. Smurf attack
B. Multiplexing
C. Zero-day attack
D. Bluejacking

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