A comprehensive, exam-ready study system for the CompTIA Security+ certification (SY0-701). Designed for complete coverage, zero fluff, and long-term reference value.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Code | SY0-701 |
| Launch Date | November 7, 2023 |
| Questions | Maximum of 90 |
| Question Types | Multiple choice, Performance-based |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Passing Score | 750 (on a scale of 100-900) |
| Recommended Experience | 2+ years in IT administration with security focus |
| Domain | Weight | Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Domain 1: General Security Concepts | 12% | Security controls, fundamental concepts, change management, cryptography |
| Domain 2: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations | 22% | Threat actors, attack vectors, vulnerability types, indicators of malicious activity |
| Domain 3: Security Architecture | 18% | Architecture models, enterprise infrastructure, data protection strategies |
| Domain 4: Security Operations | 28% | Security techniques, asset management, vulnerability management, incident response |
| Domain 5: Security Program Management | 20% | Governance, risk management, compliance, audits, security awareness |
security-plus-study/
├── README.md # You are here
├── objectives/
│ └── SY0-701_Objectives.md # Complete exam objectives with coverage tracking
├── domains/
│ ├── domain_01_general_security/
│ ├── domain_02_threats_vulnerabilities/
│ ├── domain_03_architecture/
│ ├── domain_04_operations/
│ └── domain_05_governance/
├── cheat_sheets/ # Rapid review sheets (48-72 hours before exam)
├── labs/ # Hands-on exercises
├── flashcards/ # Anki-importable flashcard sets
├── practice_questions/ # Exam-style questions with explanations
├── exam_prep/ # Final prep resources and strategies
└── progress/ # Study tracking and schedules
- Start with Domain 1 and work sequentially
- Read each lesson file completely
- Complete practice questions after each lesson
- Check off objectives in SY0-701_Objectives.md
- Use flashcards for daily review (Anki recommended)
- Work through practice questions by domain
- Complete relevant labs for hands-on reinforcement
- Review cheat sheets for each domain
- Take full practice exams
- Focus on weak areas identified in practice
| Resource | Purpose |
|---|---|
| 📋 Exam Objectives | Track your coverage of every objective |
| 📝 Study Checklist | Mark completed topics |
| 📅 8-Week Study Plan | Structured timeline |
| 🃏 Flashcards | Anki-importable review cards |
| ❓ Practice Questions | Exam-style questions with explanations |
| 📄 Cheat Sheets | Rapid review before exam |
- CompTIA Security+ Exam Objectives (download PDF)
- CompTIA CertMaster Practice
- Professor Messer - Security+ SY0-701 Course (Gold standard, free)
- NetworkChuck - Conceptual reinforcement
- John Hammond - Real-world threat examples
- TryHackMe - Security+ learning paths
- HackTheBox Academy - Practical labs
- OWASP Juice Shop - Web app vulnerabilities
Use the checkboxes in each domain's README and the objectives file to track your progress. Mark items complete as you:
- Read the lesson content
- Understand key concepts
- Complete practice questions
- Can explain to someone else
This is a personal study repository. If you find errors or have suggestions, feel free to open an issue or PR.
This study guide is for personal educational use. CompTIA Security+ is a registered trademark of CompTIA, Inc.
Start here: Domain 1: General Security Concepts