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Exam Information
Official specifications published by CIW
Exam Format
90 min
55
69.09%
Associate
Registration
$150 USD
Pearson VUE, Certiport, or online proctoring
Validity
3 years
Pass the current version of the exam; Complete continuing education requirements; Achieve higher-level CIW certification
1D0-671 Exam Topics and Domains
1D0-671 is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with AWS, Azure, Comodo, DigiCert, and more.
1
Network Security Fundamentals and Security Policy
18%
Define the significance of network security
Define securityCIA TriadData StatesRisk FactorsRisk Management
- Define the significance of network security
- Identify elements of an effective security policy
- Understand risk factors and security organizations
Security Policy and Access Control
Security PoliciesAuthentication MethodsAccess ControlDefense in DepthSystem Hardening
- Develop effective security policies
- Implement access control methods
- Apply defense in depth strategies
2
Encryption and Cryptography
17%
Encryption Methods in Internetworking
Encryption TypesTrust RelationshipsSpecific Encryption StandardsCertification Authorities
- Define encryption and encryption methods
- Understand PKI and certificate authorities
- Implement appropriate encryption solutions
3
Network Security Principles and Implementation
16%
Universal Network Security Guidelines
TCP/IP Stack SecurityPhysical SecuritySecure TCP/IP ServicesSecurity Management ToolsSecurity AssessmentsData ProtectionVirtualization and Cloud Security
- Apply universal security guidelines
- Secure network services and protocols
- Implement data protection strategies
4
Security Attacks and Countermeasures
17%
Security Principles and Attack Identification
PGP/GPG ImplementationIPSec ConceptsSecurity Attack TypesPassword AttacksPassword Storage TechniquesDenial of Service AttacksMalicious SoftwareTLS Implementation
- Identify various security attacks
- Implement security countermeasures
- Deploy encryption solutions
5
Firewall Technologies
16%
Firewall Types and Terminology
Firewall FundamentalsPacket FiltersCircuit-Level GatewaysApplication-Level GatewaysStateful InspectionProxy-Based FirewallsProxy CachingVLANs and Firewalls
- Identify firewall types and features
- Understand firewall terminology
- Select appropriate firewall solutions
6
Firewall System Design and Incident Response
16%
Multi-Level Firewall Protection
Packet-Filtering ImplementationNetwork CustomizationProactive DetectionDeception TechnologiesSecurity Breach ResponseSecurity Resources and Reporting
- Design multi-level firewall systems
- Implement proactive detection
- Develop incident response procedures
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 1D0-671 earns the CIW Web Security Associate certification. It sits in the Web Security track.
Alternative Paths
- 1D0-61C - Network Technology AssociateFoundation networking knowledge
- 1D0-735 - JavaScript SpecialistWeb application security understanding
- 1D0-623 - Social Media StrategistSocial media security awareness
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-01-23
- Announcement date: 2022-01-01
Updates
- Cloud Security 2024 Added to virtualization and cloud computing section • Release date: 2024-01-23
- Zero Trust Architecture 2024 Incorporated into access control and defense in depth topics • Release date: 2024-01-23
- Container Security 2024 Added to virtualization security topics • Release date: 2024-01-23
Who should take this exam?
- Basic understanding of networking concepts
- Familiarity with web technologies
- Knowledge of operating systems (Windows/Linux)