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Exam Information
Official specifications published by EC-Council
Exam Format
185 min
70%
Entry-Level
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$499 USD
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English
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Validity
3 years
Earn 120 ECE credits over 3 years; Pass another EC-Council certification exam; Retake the current version of the CCT exam
212-82 Exam Topics and Domains
212-82 is organized into 8 weighted domains.
1
Information Security Threats and Attacks
11%
Information Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
Information Security FundamentalsThreats and Vulnerabilities
- Understand information security fundamentals
- Identify different types of threats and vulnerabilities
- Analyze threat sources and threat actors
Information Security Attacks
Attack Types and MethodsAttack Vectors
- Understand different types of malware
- Identify various attack methodologies
- Recognize attack patterns and indicators
2
Network Security
7%
Network Security Fundamentals
Network BasicsNetwork Security Concepts
- Understand network fundamentals and protocols
- Apply network security principles
- Configure basic network security controls
Identification, Authentication, and Authorization
IAA ConceptsAccess Control Models
- Implement authentication mechanisms
- Configure authorization controls
- Apply access control models
3
Network Security Controls
23%
Network Security Controls - Administrative Controls
Governance and ComplianceSecurity Awareness and Training
Network Security Controls - Physical Controls
Physical Security MeasuresWorkplace Security
Network Security Controls - Technical Controls
Network Security DevicesSecurity Technologies
Network Security Assessment Techniques and Tools
Assessment MethodsAssessment Tools
4
Application Security and Cloud Computing
9%
Application Security
Application Security FundamentalsApplication Testing
Virtualization and Cloud Computing
Virtualization ConceptsCloud Security
5
Wireless Device Security
11%
Wireless Network Security
Wireless FundamentalsWireless Security Measures
Mobile Device Security
Mobile Security FundamentalsMobile Security Controls
IoT and OT Security
IoT SecurityOT Security
6
Data Security
10%
Cryptography
Cryptography FundamentalsPKI and Certificates
Data Security
Data ProtectionData Management
7
Network Monitoring and Analysis
16%
Network TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Methods
Network Traffic MonitoringTraffic Analysis
Network Logs Monitoring and AnalysisLog Management
8
Incident and Risk Management
13%
Incident ResponseIncident Response Process
Business Continuity and Disaster RecoveryBC/DR Planning
Risk ManagementRisk Management Process
Computer Forensics
Digital Forensics FundamentalsForensic Analysis
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 212-82 earns the Certified Cybersecurity Technician (C|CT) certification. It sits in the Cybersecurity Fundamentals track.
Next Level Options
- 312-50 - CEH - Certified Ethical Hacker
- 312-38 - CND - Certified Network Defender
- 312-49 - CHFI - Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator
- 212-89 - E|CIH - EC-Council Certified Incident Handler
Alternative Paths
- CompTIA Security+ - Security+ SY0-701CCT prepares you for Security+ without additional study
- 212-59 - C|SA - Certified SOC Analyst Specialization in Security Operations Center
- 512-50 - E|CDE - Certified DevSecOps Engineer Development and security integration
- 312-76 - E|DRP - EC-Council Disaster Recovery ProfessionalSpecialization in BC/DR
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-08-01
Updates
- Cloud Security Multi-cloud coverage Increased focus on cloud security controls and container security • Release date: 2024-01-01
- AI/ML Security Emerging coverage Introduction of AI threat vectors and defenses • Release date: 2024-06-01
- IoT/OT Security Enhanced coverage Dedicated domain section for IoT and OT security • Release date: 2024-01-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by High school students and College/University students.
- Basic understanding of IT networking
- Fundamental knowledge of cybersecurity concepts
- Basic computer skills