Identify and Differentiate Security Concepts

Module 1: CompTIA Security + Certification Requirements

Module 2: Risk components and Terms

Module 3: Maximum Tolerable Downtime (MTD) Model

Module 4: Basic Security Terms and Categories

Module 5: Defense in Depth Model

Module 6: Basic Data States

Module 7: Authentication Models

Module 8: Security Authorization Techniques

Module 9: Common Account Management Controls

Module 10: Federation Examples

Module 11: Cryptographic Standards

Module 12: Cryptographic Attacks

Module 13: Certification Hierarchy Elements and Interactions

Module 14: Kerberos Authentication Process

Module 15: Windows OS Components and Processes

Module 16: System and Software Attacks

Module 17: System Controls

Module 18: New Software Development Models

Module 19: Secure Coding Techniques

Module 20: Embedded Systems and Special Considerations

Module 21: Virtualization

Module 22: Basic Network Terminology

Module 23: Network Attack Surfaces

Module 24: Ports Most Susceptible to Attack

Module 25: VPN and Remote Access Methods

Module 26: Common Password Elements

Module 27: Network Attacks

Module 28: Wireless Attack Surfaces

Module 29: Wireless Attacks

Module 30: Basic Network Controls

Module 31: Site Survey and Recommend Facility Device Placement

Module 32: Mobile Device Security Controls

Module 33: Unique Mobile Device Issues

Module 34: Cloud Environments and Controls

Module 35: Identify and Use Basic Security Tools

Module 36: Operational Security Frameworks

Module 37: Physical Security Elements

Module 38: Specialized Physical Controls

Module 39: Human Factor Issues

Module 40: Forensic Practices

Module 41: Organizational Recovery Programs