EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES)

212-81V3

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253
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Jan 1, 2020
Release Date
Dec 24, 2025Last Updated

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Exam Details

Duration120 min
Passing Score70%
Languages English
LevelSpecialist
TestingEC-Council Store
Valid For3 years
Release DateJan 1, 2020
Exam Cost$250

What topics are on the 212-81V3 exam?

1

Introduction and History of Cryptography 15%

1.1
Cryptography Fundamentals
3 subtopics
1.1.1Gaps in Crypto Knowledge
1.1.2What is Cryptography
1.1.3History of Cryptography
Learning Objectives
  • Understand the fundamentals of cryptography
  • Identify historical developments in cryptography
1.2
Classical Ciphers
3 subtopics
1.2.1Mono-Alphabet Substitution
1.2.2Multi-Alphabet Substitution
1.2.3Other Classical Methods
Learning Objectives
  • Master various classical cipher techniques
  • Understand strengths and weaknesses of each cipher type
  • Learn cryptanalysis of classical ciphers
1.3
CrypTool
1 subtopics
1.3.1Using CrypTool
Learning Objectives
  • Use CrypTool for cryptographic operations
Domain Hands-on Skills
Implementing classical ciphersUsing CrypTool
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Underestimating classical cipher weaknesses
  • Not understanding frequency analysis
2

Symmetric Cryptography & Hashes 30%

3

Number Theory and Asymmetric Cryptography 25%

4

Applications of Cryptography 20%

5

Cryptanalysis 5%

6

Quantum Computing and Cryptography 5%

How do I earn the EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES) certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Encryption and Cryptography

Prerequisites

  • Optional
    Basic IT and security knowledge recommended

Complementary Certifications

Career Progression

0

  • Encryption Specialist

1

  • Cryptography Engineer

2

  • Security Analyst

3

  • Security Architect

4

  • Chief Information Security Officer

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Earn 120 ECE credits over 3 yearsPass any higher-level EC-Council certificationRetake the current version of ECES examComplete approved training courses

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Official Resources

ECES v3 CoursewareECES v3 Training ProgramECES v3 Program BrochureEC-Council iClass

Free Resources

CrypToolCrypTool ProjectNIST Cryptographic StandardsNISTCrypto101Crypto101.io

Learn more about this exam

Free ECES Sample QuestionsEDUSUMECES v3 TrainingKoenig Solutions

Study Tips

  • Focus heavily on symmetric and asymmetric cryptography (55% of exam)
  • Practice with CrypTool for hands-on experience
  • Understand mathematical foundations for asymmetric crypto
  • Learn the differences between various cipher modes
  • Master hash functions and their applications
  • Study real-world implementations like SSL/TLS and VPNs

What's changed on this exam?

Status: ACTIVE

Upcoming Events

2025 Q1
EC-Council Global Cyber Summit
ECES updates and networking
2025-04-28
RSA Conference 2025
Cryptography trends and standards

Technology Coverage

Post-Quantum CryptographyNIST Standards 2024

Likely to be included in next exam update

Released: 2024-08-13
TLS 1.3RFC 8446

Currently covered in exam

Released: 2018-08-01
WPA3Wi-Fi Alliance Standard

Included in current syllabus

Released: 2018-06-01

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • Basic understanding of information security concepts
  • Familiarity with networking fundamentals
  • Basic mathematics knowledge

Experience Level: Intermediate

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$250 USD
Testing CentersEC-Council Store, ECC Exam Center, Pearson VUE
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Recertification
  • Earn 120 ECE credits over 3 years
  • Pass a higher-level EC-Council certification
  • Retake the current version of the exam

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