SY0-701 Intermediate Security & Identity

CompTIA Security+

Vendor-neutral security certification covering threats, vulnerabilities, architecture, implementation, operations, and governance.

Last updated 2026-01-15

12 Questions

5 Free to try

90m Duration

750 Passing score

Recognised certification badges

The same exam codes as official-style credential badges — metallic rim, dark plaque, vendor mark and tier stars.

All certifications

Certified AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

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Certified SY0-701 CompTIA Security+

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Certified AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Administrator

Certified SAA-C03 AWS Solutions Architect - Associate

Certified ADM-201 Salesforce Certified Administrator

Certified C_TS4FI SAP S/4HANA Financial Accounting

Certified ACE Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer

Certified CS0-003 CompTIA CySA+

Free SY0-701 questions

Start with 5 free questions and an explanation on every one. No account required.

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About the SY0-701 exam

CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) is a intermediate-level CompTIA certification covering 5 topic areas. The certtop SY0-701 practice bank holds 12 questions with an explanation on every one, and 5 of them are free to try without an account.

Who this exam is typically for

Security administrators IAM engineers Security analysts Compliance specialists

Sample SY0-701 question

A real question from the SY0-701 bank, with the explanation that ships with it.

Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations

Which type of malware encrypts files and demands payment to restore access?

ARansomware
BAdware
CRootkit
DKeylogger

Show answer and explanation

Correct answer: A — Ransomware

Ransomware encrypts victim data and demands a ransom, often in cryptocurrency, for the decryption key.

Topics covered

Question distribution across the 12-question SY0-701 bank.

Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations 3 questions
Security Architecture 3 questions
Implementation 2 questions
Operations and Incident Response 2 questions
Governance, Risk, and Compliance 2 questions

Skills tested

Every topic area the SY0-701 bank currently covers.

Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations Security Architecture Implementation Operations and Incident Response Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Moderate practice depth. Enough for a focused check on the main topic areas.

How to prepare

A six-step routine that works whether you have a week or a month.

1

Check where you stand

Take the 5 free SY0-701 questions first. No account is needed, and every answer comes with an explanation.
2

Work the topic areas

Study the 5 topic areas listed below, starting with the ones carrying the most questions.
3

Practise with explanations

Use practice mode so you see the verdict and the reasoning straight after each answer.
4

Review your weak topics

After each attempt, read the per-topic breakdown and redo the areas you scored lowest on.
5

Sit a timed attempt

Switch to exam mode and work to the 90-minute limit to build pacing.
6

Retake until consistent

Repeat until you clear the 750 passing score on the full bank, not just the free set.

What you get

Scenario-based questions that mirror the real SY0-701 exam style.
An explanation for every question, so you understand the reasoning, not just the answer.
Practice mode with instant feedback and progress saved between sessions.
A per-topic breakdown after each attempt to show where to focus next.
Unlimited retakes with reshuffled questions on the full bank.