Ccfp Exam Outline

Effective Date: September 2013

September 2013

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Domain 1: Legal and Ethical Principles ...................................................................................................5

Key Areas of Knowledge ........................................................................................................................5

Domain 2: Investigations .............................................................................................................................7

Overview ...................................................................................................................................................7

Key Areas of Knowledge ........................................................................................................................7

Domain 3: Forensic Science .................................................................................................................... 10

Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 10

Key Areas of Knowledge ..................................................................................................................... 10

Domain 4: Digital Forensics ...................................................................................................................... 13

Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 13


Domain 5: Application Forensics ............................................................................................................ 17

Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 17


Domain 6: Hybrid and Emerging Technologies .................................................................................... 19

Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 19


REFERENCES ............................................................................................................................................... 21

SAMPLE EXAM QUESTION ......................................................................................................................... 23

GENERAL EXAMINATION INFORMATION ................................................................................................ 24

Computer Based Testing (CBT) ............................................................................................................... 24

Registering for the Exam .......................................................................................................................... 24

Scheduling a Test Appointment ............................................................................................................. 25

Day of the Exam ....................................................................................................................................... 28

Any questions? ...................................................................................................................................... 33



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A Certified Cyber Forensics Professional possesses expertise in information technology and is a recognized expert in forensic techniques and procedures, standards of practice, and legal and ethical principles that assure the accuracy, completeness and reliability of digital evidence. This expert level ability is measured against a globally recognized common body of knowledge. This Candidate Information Bulletin provides the following:

Exam blueprint to a limited level of detail that outlines major topics and sub- topics within the domains,

Suggested reference list,

Description of the format of the items on the exam, and Basic registration/administration policies

Candidates must meet the following requirements prior to taking the CCFP examination:

Candidates must have a four-year degree leading to a Baccalaureate, or regional

equivalent, plus 3 years of cumulative paid full-time digital forensics or IT security

experience in three out of six Domains of the credential.

For those candidates who do not hold a four-year degree leading to a

Baccalaureate, or regional equivalent, six years of cumulative paid full-time digital

forensics or IT security experience in three out of the six Domains of the credential are

required.

For those candidates who do not hold a four-year degree leading to a

Baccalaureate, or regional equivalent, but hold an alternate forensics certification

approved by (ISC), five years of cumulative paid full-time digital forensics or IT

security experience in three out of the six domains of the credential are required.

Please see link https://www.isc2.org/CCFP-experience-waiver for a list of Forensics

certifications approved by (ISC).

NO ONE may claim both the four-year degree and the alternate certification

exemption.

Attest to the truth of his or her assertions regarding professional experience, and legally commit to abide by the (ISC) Code of Ethics (Section 3).



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Before candidates are allowed to take the test at testing centers, they must respond Yes or No to the following four questions regarding criminal history and related background:

1. Have you ever been convicted of a felony; a misdemeanor involving a

computer crime, dishonesty, or repeat offenses; or a Court Martial in military

service, or is there a felony charge, indictment, or information now pending

against you? (Omit minor traffic violations and offenses prosecuted in juvenile

court).

2. Have you ever had a professional license, certification, membership or

registration revoked, or have you ever been censured or disciplined by any

professional organization or government agency?

3. Have you ever been involved, or publicly identified, with criminal hackers

or hacking?

4. Have you ever been known by any other name, alias, or pseudonym? (You

need not include user identities or screen names with which you were publicly

identified).



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Domain 1: Legal and Ethical Principles

Overview

Legal and Ethical Principles domain addresses ethical behavior and compliance with

applicable regulatory frameworks.

CCFP candidates should fully understand legal and ethical principles concepts, methodologies

and their implementation within centralized and decentralized environments across an

organizations computing environment.

The Candidate needs to display the ability to communicate findings orally (i.e. in court), in

writing and to communicate cohesively with all members of the investigative

team/organization/corporation.

Key Areas of Knowledge

A. Analyze the Nature of Evidence and its Characteristics

A.1 Authority to Acquire

A.2 Provenance

A.3 Reliability/Credibility/Validity

A.4 Admissibility

A.5 Fragility

A.6 Authentication

B. Analyze the Chain of Custody

B.1 Initiation

B.2 Sealing, Labeling and Tagging

B.3 Exchange

B.4 Storage

B.5 Disposition/Destruction



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C. Analyze the Significance of Rules of Procedure

C.1 Roles and Responsibilities of Investigators

C.2 Roles and Responsibilities of Forensic Examiners

C.3 Roles and Responsibilities of Experts

C.4 Admissibility of Evidence

D. Analyze the Role of Expert Witness

D.1 Bearing, Demeanor and Appearance

D.2 Expert as Technician

D.3 Expert as Teacher

D.4 Expert as Consultant/Advisor

D.5 Expert as Learner

D.6 Scientific Conclusions, Opinions and Recommendations

E. Apply Codes of Ethics

E.1 Professional Ethics

E.2 (ISC)2 Code of Ethics

E.3 AAFS Code of Ethics

E.4 ISO Code of Ethics

E.5 Privacy and Confidentiality Issues



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Domain 2: Investigations

Overview

The candidate is expected to demonstrate an understanding of Investigations as it relates to

data communications in local area and wide area networks, remote access,

internet/intranet/extranet configurations. Candidates should be knowledgeable with network

equipment such as switches, bridges and routers, as well as networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP,

IPSec), and VPNs.


A. Analyze the Investigative Process

A.1 Preparation and Initiation

A.2 Authority and Objectives

A.3 Evidence Collection

A.4 Evidence Transport

A.5 Evidence Analysis and Examination

A.6 Elements of Crime/Allegation

A.7 Chain of Evidence

A.8 Evidence Reporting and Presentation

B. Analyze Evidence Management

B.1 Evidence Preservation

B.2 Evidence Tracking

B.3 Evidence Access Control

B.4 Evidence Disposition



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C. Analyze Criminal Investigations

C.1 Authority (National/Federal/State/Local/Special) and Limitations

C.2 Violations

C.3 Elements of a Crime

C.4 Exculpatory Evidence

C.5 Burden of Proof

D. Analyze Civil Investigations

D.1 Authority, Privilege and Limitations

D.2 Torts and Delict

D.3 Nature of Litigants

D.4 Burden of Proof

E. Analyze Administrative Investigations

E.1 Authority, Privilege and Limitations

E.2 Nature of Parties

E.3 Burden of Proof

E.4 Liability

F. Analyze Forensic Response to Security Incidents

F.1 Incident Response Steps

F.2 Business Continuity

F.3 Liability

F.4 Potential Criminal or Civil Action



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G. Analyze Electronic Discovery

G.1 Definition of Discovery

G.2 Spoliation

G.3 Scope of Discovery

G.4 Forensic versus Non-Forensic E-Discovery

G.5 E-Discovery Steps

G.6 Liability

H. Analyze Intellectual Property (IP) Investigation

H.1 Types of Intellectual Property (Copyrights, Trademarks, Trade Secrets,

Licensing, Patents)

H.2 Investigation Steps

H.3 Potential Criminal or Civil Action

H.4 Liability



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Domain 3: Forensic Science

Overview

Forensic Science domain entails applying a broad spectrum of sciences and technologies to

investigate and establish facts in relation to criminal or civil law. The evidence collected must

satisfy suitability for admission as fact and must be able to persuade based upon proof. Forensic

Science is the application of science to law and is ultimately utilized throughout the legal

process.

The candidate is expected to have an understanding of the basic principles of the Forensic

Sciences. Understand how Forensic Science is used in relation to investigations and law. Have

an understanding of how to analyze forensic data and know how to apply Quality

Assurance/Control measures throughout the Forensic process.


A. Analyze Fundamental Principles

A.1 Locards Principle of Transference

A.2

Inman-Rudin Paradigm (identification, Individualization/Classification,

Association and Reconstruction)

A.3 Philosophy of Science (e.g., Verification and Falsifiability)

A.4 Scientific Method (e.g., Theory, Hypotheses and Experiments)

A.5

Characteristics of Forensic Science (e.g., Constrained by Law,

Argumentation Requirements, Documentation Requirements)

A.6 Peer Review

B. Analyze Forensic Methods

B.1 Identification

B.2 Individualization/Classification

B.3 Association

B.4 Reconstruction



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B. 5

Forensic Examinations/Investigations are Designed to Address one or

more of the above (Inman-Rudin Questions)

C. Analyze Forensic Analysis and Examination Planning

C.1 Documentation and Case Notes

C.2 Examination/Investigation Goals

C.3 Hypothesis Formulation/Criteria

C.4 Experimental Design and Tool Selection

C.5 Examination Plan Execution

C.6 Results Review and Evaluation

C.7 Conclusions and Opinions Formulation

D. Evaluate Report Writing and Presentation

D.1 Structured Report Format

D.2 Incorporation of Examination Results in the Report

D.3 Clarity and Scientific Accuracy

D.4

Distinction between Conclusions and Opinions (e.g., Conclusions

supported by Facts; Opinions supported by Science and Experience)

D.5 Report Types and their Components

D.6 Report/Presentation appropriate to the Audience and Venue

E. Analyze Quality Assurance, Control, Management and Accreditation Procedures

E.1 Quality Management System/Plan

E.2 Quality Assurance (e.g., SOPs, Tool Calibration and Validation)



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E.3

Quality Control (e.g., Peer Reviews, Administrative Reviews, Program

Reviews)

E.4

Investigator/Examiner Certification and Licensing (e.g., Professional

Certifications, Vendor Certifications, Organizational Certifications)

E.5

Accreditation (e.g., Laboratory, Unit, Organization; e.g., ISO,

ASCLD/LAB)



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Domain 4: Digital Forensics

Overview

Digital Forensics domain refers to the collection of any digital evidence which can be defined

as data stored or transmitted via electronic means. This process will ultimately establish the

timeline of events of what occurred and will be utilized during the legal process within the court

system.

The candidate needs to show a level of competence in Media and File System structures.

Understand the different types of system memory. The CCFP candidate needs to also

understand Network Protocols, Operating Systems, Virtualization, and Mobile Devices.


A. Analyze Media and File System Forensics

A.1 Locations where Evidence may Reside

A.2 Storage Media (e.g., Flash Memory, Cards, CDs/DVDs, Drives, Disk Images)

A.3 Hardware/Firmware/Interfaces

A.4 Partitioning and Disk Geometry (e.g., MBR, RAID)

A.5 File Systems (e.g., NTFS, FAT)

A.6 File Metadata (e.g., Size, Date, Time)

A.7 Encrypted Drives

A.8 Corrupted/Damaged Media

A.9 Media/File System Forensic Process Steps

B. Analyze Computer and Operating Systems Forensics

B.1 RAM/CMOS/Volatile Memory (e.g., Live Forensics)

B.2 Configuration/Control/Registry/Device Drivers



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B.3 Operating Systems (e.g., Windows, Linux, Mac, Android, iOS)

B.4 Other Devices (e.g., Printers, Scanners, Fax Machines)

B.5 Computer/OS Forensic Process Steps

C. Analyze Network Forensics

C.1 Types of Networks, Protocols, Operating Systems and Architectures

(e.g., TCP/IP, Wireless, Telecommunications, SANs)

C.2 Network Hardware/Devices (e.g., Routers, Switches, Firewalls, IDS/IPS,

NICs, Servers, Clients, Honeynets)

C.3 P2P Networks and Proxies

C.4 Network Shares

C.5 Network Services

C.6 Log Files

C.7 Network Forensic Process Steps

D. Apply Mobile Device Forensics

D.1 Types of Data

D.2 Locations where Data Resides

D.3 Mobile Device Hardware and Architectures

D.4 Mobile Device Operating Systems (e.g., iOS, Android)

D.5 Non-Invasive versus Invasive Forensics

D.6 Mobile Device Forensic Process Steps



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E. Understand Embedded Device Forensics

E.1 Types of Embedded Devices (e.g., GPS Devices, Plug Computers,

Gaming Devices, Credit Card Skimmers)

E.2 Types of Data

E.3 Locations where Data Resides

F. Apply Multimedia and Content Forensics

F.1 Types of Multimedia (e.g., images, audio, video)

F.2 Types of Application Metadata

F.3 Locations where Evidence may Reside (e.g., Headers,

Steganographic/Embedded Data)

F.4 Forensic Process Steps

G. Apply Virtual System Forensics

G.1 Types of Virtual Systems

G.2 Virtual System Architectures

G.3 Locations where Evidence may Reside

G.4 Forensic Process Steps

H. Analyze Forensic Techniques and Tools

H.1 Live Forensics

H.2 Data Recovery

H.3 Password Recovery

H.4 File Carving

H.5 Metadata Carving

H.6 Known File Filtering



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H.7 String and Keyword Searching

H.8 Header Analysis

H.9 Timeline Analysis

H.10 Graphical Image Analysis

H.11 Event Correlation

H.12 Cryptanalysis/Steganalysis

H.13 Sandboxing

H.14 Network Sniffing

H.15 Network Traffic Analysis

H.16 Network Path Analysis

H.17 Data Mining

H.18 Evidence Visualization

I. Understand Anti-Forensic Techniques and Tools

I.1 Hiding Techniques and Tools (e.g., Encryption, Steganography, Packing,

Tunneling/Onion Routing)

I.2 Destruction Techniques and Tools (e.g., Wiping, Overwriting, Corruption,

Degaussing)

I.3 Protection/Logging Disabling

I.4 Spoofing (e.g., Address Spoofing, Application and Data Spoofing)



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Domain 5: Application Forensics

Overview

The Application Forensics domain addresses the Forensics complexities of the many application

types that a CCFP candidate may encounter during a forensic investigation. It is important for

the CCFP candidate to have a sound understanding of these application types in order to

support the digital collection of evidence.

The candidate should understand key areas within the application realm to include but not

limited to Databases, Email, Peer to Peer Applications, and Malware.


A. Apply Software Forensics

A.1 File Formats

A.2 Internal File Metadata

A.3

Traces/Remnants and Application Debris (e.g., Registry Entries,

Temporary Files, Spool Files, Page files)

A.4

Software Analysis (e.g., Hashes, Signatures, Patterns, Code

Comparison Techniques)

B. Analyze Web, Email and Messaging Forensics

B.1

Web Forensics (e.g., IP Addresses, Protocols, Log Analysis, Scripting,

Backend Applications, Server-Side, Client-Side)

B.2

Email Forensics (e.g., Sender/Receiver Attribution, Protocols, Headers,

Types, Content, Attachments, Storage Formats, Signed Email,

Encryption, Email Tracing, Log Files, Server-Side, Client-Side)

B.3

Messaging Forensics (e.g., Sender/Receiver Attribution, Protocols,

Formats, Architectures, Content, Log Files, Server-Side, Client-Side)



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C. Understand Database Forensics

C.1

Database Models (e.g., Hierarchical, Network, Relational, Object-

Oriented, Hybrid)

C.2

Database Systems (e.g., Oracle, MySQL, MSSQL, SQLite, PostgreSQL,

PList, MS Access, Embedded Databases, Ad hoc Database Structures)

C.3 Log Analysis

C.4 Record Carving

C.5 Database Reconstruction

D. Understand Malware Forensics

D.1

Malware Types (e.g., Viruses, Worms, Trojans, Botnets, Rootkits, Logic

Bombs, Advanced Persistent Threat)

D.2 Malware Behavior

D.3 Malware Impact on Investigations

D.4

Malware Analysis Techniques (e.g., Static Analysis and Dynamic

Analysis)



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Domain 6: Hybrid and Emerging Technologies

Overview

The Hybrid and Emerging Technologies domain contains the ever evolving technologies that

the CCFP candidate is expected to have a sound understanding of, i.e. Cloud Computing,

Social Networks, and Industrial Control Systems.

Hybrid and Emerging Technologies covers the practice of applying a comprehensive and

rigorous method for collecting evidence in support of an investigation. These Emerging

Technologies presents new challenges to the field of forensics. It is imperative that the CCFP

candidate understands these developing technologies in order to support the forensics process.


A. Understand Cloud Forensics

A.1 Types of Cloud Architectures (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)

A.2 Types of Clouds (Public, Private, Hybrid, Community)

A.3 Where the Evidence may Reside

A.4 Service Level Agreements

A.5 Jurisdictional Issues

B. Understand Social Networks

B.1 Types/Applications of Social Networks

B.2 Where the Evidence may Reside

B.3 Terms of Service

B.4 Jurisdictional Issues



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C. Understand the Big Data Paradigm

C.1 Concept of Big Data

C.2 Forensic Applications and Implications

D. Understand Control Systems

D.1

Concept of Control Systems (e.g., SCADA, DCS, Server, Historian, PLC,

RTU, IED)

D.2 Where the Evidence may Reside

D.3 Forensic Implications

E. Understand Critical Infrastructure

E.1 Concept of Critical Infrastructure

E.2 Forensic Implications

F. Understand Online Gaming and Virtual/Augmented Reality

F.1 Concepts

F.2 Forensic Implications



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REFERENCES

This reference list is NOT intended to be an all-inclusive collection representing the CCFP Core

Body of Knowledge (CBK). Its purpose is to provide candidates a starting point for their studies

in domains which need supplementary learning in order to complement their associated level

of work and academic experience. Candidates may also consider other references, which are

not on this list but adequately cover domain content.

Note: (ISC)2 does not endorse any particular text or author and does not imply that any or all

references be acquired or consulted. (ISC)2 does not imply nor guarantee that the study of

these references will result in an examination pass.

Supplementary Reference

Android Forensics: Investigation, Analysis, and Mobile Security for Google Android. Syngress.

Hoog, A. (2011)

A Guide to Forensic Testimony: The Art and Practice of Presenting Testimony as an Expert

Technical Witness. Addison-Wesley Professional. Smith, F., Bace, R. (2002)

Handbook of Digital Forensics and Investigation. Academic Press. Casey, E. (2009)

Cisco Router and Switch Forensics: Investigating and Analyzing Malicious Network Activity.

Syngress. Liu, D. (2009)

Clifford, Ralph D., Cybercrime: The Investigation, Prosecution and Defense of a Computer-

Related Crime. Ralph D. Clifford, CYBERCRIME: THE INVESTIGATION, PROSECUTION AND

DEFENSE OF A COMPUTER-RELATED CRIME, Carolina Academic Press, (2011). Available at

SSRN: http://ssrn.com/abstract=287574

Computer Evidence: Collection and Preservation, Second Edition. Course Technology PTR.

Brown, C. (2009)

Computer Forensics: Incident Response Essentials (1st ed.). Addison-Wesley Professional.

MA, E. C. B., Kruse II, W., Heiser, J., (2001)

Cyber Crime Investigations. Syngress. Reyes, A., Brittson, R., OShea, K., Steele, J. (2007)

Digital Evidence and Computer Crime, Third Edition. Academic Press. Casey, E. (2011)

Digital Forensics for Legal Professionals. Syngress. Daniel, L., Daniel, L. (2011)

Digital Forensics with Open Source Tools. Syngress. Altheide, C., Carvey, H. (2011)

Digital Triage Forensics: Processing the Digital Crime Scene. Syngress. Pearson, S. (2010)

File System Forensic Analysis (2nd ed.). Addison-Wesley Professional.



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Carrier, B. (2005).

Forensic Examination of Digital Evidence: A Guide for Law Enforcement. U.S. Department of

Justice. NIJ Special Report. https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/199408.pdf

Guide to Computer Forensics and Investigations (4th ed.). Course Technology.

McClure, S., Scambray, J., & Kurtz, G. , Nelson, B., Phillips, A., Steuart, C. (2009)

Hacking Exposed 7: Network Security Secrets & Solutions, Seventh Edition (7th ed.). McGraw-

Hill Osborne Media., McClure, S., Scambray, J., & Kurtz, G. (2012),

Incident Response & Computer Forensics, Second Edition. McGraw-Hill Osborne Media.

Mandia, K., Prosise, C., Pepe, M (2003)

Investigations Involving the Internet and Computer Networks. U.S. Department of Justice. NIJ

Special Report. https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/210798.pdf

iPhone and iOS Forensics. Syngress. Hoog, A., Strzempka, K. (2011)

Malware Forensics: Investigating and Analyzing Malicious Code. Syngress. Malin, C., Eoghan,

C., Aquilina, J. (2008)

NIST SP 800-86 Guide to Integrating Forensic Techniques into Incident Response.

http://csrc.nist.gov/publications/nistpubs/800-86/SP800-86.pdf

Principles/Practice Criminalistics Profession Protocols, http://www.amazon.com/Principles-

Practice-Criminalistics-Profession-Protocols/dp/0849381274

Scientific Working Group on Digital Evidence.

https://www.swgde.org/documents/Current%20Documents

Searching and Seizing Computers and Obtaining Electronic Evidence in Criminal

Investigations. U.S. Justice Department.

http://www.justice.gov/criminal/cybercrime/docs/ssmanual2009.pdf

SQL Server Forensic Analysis. Addison-Wesley Professional. Fowler, K. (2008)

System Forensics, Investigation, and Response. Jones & Bartlett Learning. Vacca, J., Rudolph,

K. (2010)

The Basics of Digital Forensics. Sammons, J. Syngress, Sammons, J., (2012)

Virtualization and Forensics A Digital Forensic Investigators Guide to Virtual Environments.

Syngress. Barrett, D., Kipper, G. (2010)



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SAMPLE EXAM QUESTION

A Cyber Forensic Analyst is collecting evidence for possible use in a criminal case against a

former employee. The organization has a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure implemented. The

Analyst must collect all necessary evidence to support the investigation. The Analyst

understands that he or she must maintain and protect the chain of custody. Next of importance

to the Analyst is the actual Data Acquisition.

1. With virtualization, the Analyst needs to acquire which of the following to support the

investigation?

(A) The virtual disk, memory files, and metadata files.

(B) The image of the Operating System.

(C) Perform a log collection on the suspected system.

(D) A MD5 hash of the Operating System.

Answer A



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GENERAL EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Computer Based Testing (CBT)

Registering for the Exam

Process for Registration Overview

This section describes procedures for candidates registering to sit for a Computer Based Test

(CBT). The test is administered at Pearson VUE Testing centers in the US, Canada, and other

parts of the world.

1. Go to www.pearsonvue.com/isc2 to register for a test appointment.

2. Select the most convenient test center

3. Select an appointment time.

4. Pay for your exam appointment.

5. Receive confirmation from Pearson VUE with the appointment details, test center

location and other relevant instructions, if any.

Please note that your registration information will be transferred to (ISC) and all

communication about the testing process from (ISC) and Pearson VUE will be sent to you via

email.

Fees

Please visit the (ISC) website https://www.isc2.org/certification-register-now.aspx for the most

current examination registration fees.

U.S. Government Veterans Administration G.I. Bill

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has approved reimbursement to veterans under the G.I.

Bill for the cost of the Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), the CISSP

Concentrations (ISSAP, ISSEP, ISSMP), the Certification and Accreditation Professional (CAP), and

the System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) examinations. Please refer to the U.S.

Department of Veterans Affairs Website at www.va.gov for more details.



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CBT Demonstration

Candidates can experience a demonstration and tutorial of the CBT experie nce

on our Pearson VUE web page. The tutorial may be found at

www.pearsonvue.com/isc2.

Scheduling a Test Appointment

Process for Registration Overview

Candidates may register for a testing appointment directly with Pearson VUE (

www.pearsonvue.com/isc2 ). Candidates who do not pass the test will be subject to the retake

policy and must wait the applicable time before they are allowed to re-sit for the examination.

Exam Appointment

Test centers may fill up quickly because of high volume and previously scheduled special

events. Pearson VUE testing centers also serve candidates from other entities; thus waiting to

schedule the testing appointment may significantly limit the options for candidates desired

testing dates at the closest center available.

Scheduling for a Testing Appointment

Candidates may schedule their appointment online at (ISC) CBT Website located at

www.pearsonvue.com/isc2. Candidates will be required to create a Pearson VUE account in

order to complete registration. Candidates profile will be transferred to (ISC) and becomes

part of the candidates permanent record. Candidates will be able to locate test centers and select from a choice of available examination appointment times at the Pearson VUE website.

Candidates may also register over the telephone with a CBT registration specialist. Please refer

to Contact Information for local telephone numbers for your region.



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Rescheduling or Cancellation of a Testing Appointment

If you wish to reschedule or cancel your exam appointment, you must contact Pearson VUE at

least 48 hours before the exam date by contacting Pearson VUE online

(www.pearsonvue.com/isc2), OR at least 24 hours prior to exam appointment time by

contacting Pearson VUE over the phone. Canceling or rescheduling an exam appointment less

than 24 hours via phone notification, or less than 48 hours via online notification is subject to a

forfeit of exam fees. Exam fees are also forfeited for no-shows. Please note that, Pearson VUE

charges a 50 USD/35 /40 fee for reschedules, and 100 USD/70 /80 fee for cancellations.

Reschedules and cancellations may be done at the (ISC) CBT Candidate Website

(www.pearsonvue.com/isc2) or via telephone. Please refer to Contact Information for more information and local telephone numbers for your region.

Late Arrivals or No Shows

If the candidate does not arrive within 15 minutes of the scheduled exam starting time, he or

she has technically forfeited his or her assigned seat.

If the candidate arrives late (after 15 minutes of his/her scheduled appointment), it is up to the

discretion of the testing center as to whether or not the candidate may still take the exam. If the

test administrator at the testing location is able to accommodate a late arriving candidate,

without affecting subsequent candidates appointments, he/she will let the candidate to sit for the exam and launch his/her exam.

Any/all attempts are made to accommodate candidates who arrive late. However, if the

schedule is such that the test center is not able to accommodate a late arrival, the candidate

will be turned away and his/her exam fees will be forfeited.

If a candidate fails to appear for a testing appointment, the test result will appear in the system

as a No-Show and the candidates exam fees will be forfeited.

Procedure for Requesting Special Accommodations

Pearson VUE Professional Centers can accommodate a variety of candidates needs, as they are fully compliant with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), and the equivalent

requirements in other countries.

Requests for accommodations should be made to (ISC) in advance of the desired testing

appointment. Once (ISC) grants the accommodations request, the candidate may schedule

the testing appointment using Pearson VUEs special accommodations number. From there, a Pearson VUE coordinator will handle all of the arrangements.



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PLEASE NOTE: Candidates that request special accommodations should not schedule their

appointment online or call the main CBT registration line.

What to Bring to the Test Center

Proper Identification

(ISC) requires two forms of identification, a primary and a secondary, when checking in for a

CBT test appointment at a Pearson VUE Test Center. All candidate identification documents

must be valid (not expired) and must be an original document (not a photocopy or a fax).

Primary IDs: Must contain a permanently affixed photo of the candidate, along with the

candidates signature.

Secondary IDs: Must have the candidates signature.

Accepted Primary ID (photograph and signature, not expired)

Government issued Drivers License or Identification Card

U.S. Dept of State Drivers License

U.S. Learners Permit (card only with photo and signature)

National/State/Country Identification Card

Passport

Passport Cards

Military ID

Military ID for spouses and dependents

Alien Registration Card (Green Card, Permanent Resident Visa)

Government Issued local language ID (plastic card with photo and signature

Employee ID

School ID

Credit Card* (A credit card can be used as a primary form of ID only if it contains both

a photo and a signature and is not expired. Any credit card can be used as a

secondary form of ID, as long as it contains a signature and is not expired. This includes

major credit cards, such as VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. It also

includes department store and gasoline credit cards.

Accepted Secondary ID (contains signature, not expired)

U.S. Social Security Card

Debit/(ATM) Card

Credit Cards

Any form of ID on the primary list



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Name Matching Policy

Candidates first and last name on the presented identification document must exactly match the first and last name on the registration record with Pearson VUE. If the name the candidate

has registered with does not match the name on the identification document, proof of legal

name change must be brought to the test center on the day of the test. The only acceptable

forms of legal documentation are marriage licenses, divorce decrees, or court sanctioned legal

name change documents. All documents presented at the test center must be original

documents. If a mistake is made with a name during the application process, candidates

should contact (ISC) to correct the information well in advance of the actual test date. Name

changes cannot be made at the test center or on the day of the exam. Candidates who do

not meet the requirements presented in the name matching policy on the day of the test may

be subject to forfeiture of testing fees and asked to leave the testing center.

Examination Agreement and Non-Disclosure Agreement

All candidates must agree to the terms listed in (ISC)2s Examination Agreement. The

agreement is located at

https://www.isc2.org/uploadedfiles/education/cbt%20examination%20agreement.pdf.

Prior to starting the exam, all candidates are also required to accept the (ISC) non-disclosure

agreement (NDA), and are required in the computer to accept the agreement prior to being

presented with exam questions. If the NDA is not accepted by the candidate, or refused to

accept within the time allotted, the exam will end, and the candidate will be asked to leave

the test center. No refund of exam fees will be given. For this reason, all candidates are strongly

encouraged to review the non-disclosure agreement prior to scheduling for, or taking the

exam. The agreement is located at www.pearsonvue.com/isc2/isc2_nda.pdf.

Day of the Exam

Check-In Process

Plan to arrive at the Pearson VUE testing center at least 30 minutes before the scheduled testing

time. If you arrive more than 15 minutes late to your scheduled appointment, you may lose your

examination appointment. For checking-in:

You will be required to present two acceptable forms of identification.

You will be asked to provide your signature, submit to a palm vein scan, and have

your photograph taken. Hats, scarves and coats may not be worn in the testing room,

or while your photograph is being taken.



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You will be required to leave your personal belongings outside the testing room.

Secure storage will be provided. Storage space is small, so candidates should plan

appropriately. Pearson Professional Centers assume no responsibility for candidates personal belongings.

The Test Administrator (TA) will give you a short orientation, and then will escort you to

a computer terminal. You must remain in your seat during the examination, except

when authorized to leave by test center staff. You may not change your computer

terminal unless a TA directs you to do so.

Raise your hand to notify the TA if you

believe you have a problem with your computer. need to change note boards. need to take a break. need the administrator for any reason.

Breaks

You will have up to six hours to complete the CISSP, and up to four hours to complete the CSSLP

and CCFP up to three hours to complete the following examinations:

SSCP

CAP

HCISPP

ISSAP

ISSEP

ISSMP

Total examination time includes any unscheduled breaks you may take. All breaks count

against your testing time. You must leave the testing room during your break, but you may not

leave the building or access any personal belongings unless absolutely necessary (e.g. for

retrieving medication). Additionally, when you take a break, you will be required to submit to a

palm vein scan before and after your break.

Examination Format and Scoring

The CISSP examination consists of 250 multiple choice questions with four (4) choices

each.

The CSSLP examination consists of 175 multiple choice questions with four (4) choices

each.

The HCISPP examination contains 125 multiple choice questions with four (4) choices

each.

The CCFP examination contains 125 multiple choice questions with four (4) choices each.



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The SSCP examination contains 125 multiple choice questions with four (4) choices

each.

The ISSAP, ISSEP, and ISSMP concentration examinations contain 125, 150, 125

multiple choice questions respectively with four (4) choices each.

The Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) examination contains 125 multiple choice

questions with four (4) choices each. Also, administered in computers.

There may be scenario-based items which may have more than one multiple choice

question associated with it. These items will be specifically identified in the test booklet.

Each of these exams contains 25 questions which are included for research purposes only.

The research questions are not identified; therefore, answer all questions to the best of your

ability. There is no penalty for guessing, so candidates should not leave any item unanswered.

Examination results will be based only on the scored questions on the examination. There

are several versions of the examination. It is important that each candidate have an

equal opportunity to pass the examination, no matter which version is administered. Subject

Matter Experts (SMEs) have provided input as to the difficulty level of all questions used in the

examinations. That information is used to develop examination forms that have comparable

difficulty levels. When there are differences in the examination difficulty, a mathematical

procedure called equating is used to make the difficulty level of each test form equal.

Because the number of questions required to pass the examination may be different for each

version, the scores are converted onto a reporting scale to ensure a common standard. The

passing grade required is a scale score of 700 out of a possible 1000 points on the grading

scale.



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Technical Issues

On rare occasions, technical problems may require rescheduling of a candidates examination. If circumstances arise causing you to wait more than 30 minutes after your scheduled

appointment time, or a restart delay lasts longer than 30 minutes, you will be given the choice

of continuing to wait, or rescheduling your appointment without an additional fee.

If you choose to wait, but later change your mind at any time prior to beginning or restarting the examination, you will be allowed to take exam at a later date, at

no additional cost.

If you choose not to reschedule, but rather test after a delay, you will have no further recourse, and your test results will be considered valid.

If you choose to reschedule your appointment, or the problem causing the delay cannot be resolved, you will be allowed to test at a later date at no additional

charge. Every attempt will be made to contact candidates if technical problems

are identified prior to a scheduled appointment.

Testing Environment

Pearson Professional Centers administer many types of examinations including some that

require written responses (essay-type). Pearson Professional Centers have no control over typing

noises made by candidates sitting next to you while writing their examination. Typing noise is

considered a normal part of the computerized testing environment, just as the noise of turning

pages is a normal part of the paper-and pencil testing environment. Earplugs are available

upon request.

When the Exam is Finished

After you have finished the examination, raise your hand to summon the TA. The TA will collect

and inventory all note boards. The TA will dismiss you when all requirements are fulfilled.

If you believe there was an irregularity in the administration of your test, or the associated test

conditions adversely affected the outcome of your examination, you should notify the TA

before you leave the test center.



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Results Reporting

Candidates will receive their unofficial test result at the test center. The results will be handed

out by the Test Administrator during the checkout process. (ISC) will then follow up with an

official result via email. All test results are subject to (ISC)s psychometric and forensic evaluation. Based on the number of tests administered, this evaluation may be conducted

after candidates receive the official results email. Any candidate whose score is affected by

the psychometric and forensic evaluation will be notified by (ISC).

In some instances, real time results may not be available. A comprehensive statistical and

psychometric analysis of the score data is conducted during every testing cycle before scores

are released. A minimum number of candidates are required to take the exam before this

analysis can be completed. Depending upon the volume of test takers for a given cycle, there

may be occasions when scores are delayed for approximately 6-8 weeks in order to complete

this critical process. Results WILL NOT be released over the phone. They will be sent via email

from (ISC) as soon as the scores are finalized. If you have any questions regarding this policy,

you should contact (ISC) prior to your examination.

Exam Irregularities and Test Invalidation

(ISC)2 exams are intended to be delivered under standardized conditions. If any irregularity or

fraud is encountered before, during, or after the administration of the exam, (ISC)2 will examine

the situation and determine whether action is warranted. If (ISC)2 determines that any testing

irregularity or fraud has occurred, it may choose not to score the answer documents of the

affected test taker(s), or it may choose to cancel the scores of the affected test taker(s).

(ISC)2 may at its sole discretion revoke any and all certifications a candidate may have earned

and ban the candidate from earning future (ISC)2 certifications, and decline to score or cancel

any Exam under any of the circumstances listed in the (ISC)2 Examination Agreement.

Please refer to the (ISC)2 Examination Agreement for further details

(https://www.isc2.org/uploadedfiles/education/cbt%20examination%20agreement.pdf).

Retake Policy

Test takers who do not pass the exam the first time will be able to retest after 90 days. Test

takers that fail a second time will need to wait 90 days prior to sitting for the exam again. In the

unfortunate event that a candidate fails a third time, the next available time to sit for the exam

will be 180 days after the most recent exam attempt. Candidates are eligible to sit for (ISC)

exams a maximum of 3 times within a calendar year.



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Recertification by Examination

Candidates and members may recertify by examination for the following reasons ONLY;

The candidate has become decertified due to reaching the expiration of the time limit

for endorsement.

The member has become decertified for not meeting the number of required continuing

professional education credits.

Logo Usage Guidelines

(ISC) is a non-profit membership organization identified as the leader in certifying individuals in

information security.

Candidates who successfully complete any of the (ISC) certification requirements may use the

appropriate Certification Mark or the Collective Mark, where appropriate, and the logo

containing the Certification Mark or the Collective Mark, where appropriate (the Logo) to

identify themselves as having demonstrated the professional experience and requisite

knowledge in the realm of information system security. Please visit the following link (URL) for

more information on logo use:

https://www.isc2.org/uploadedfiles/(ISC)2_Public_Content/Legal _and _Policies/LogoGuidleines.pdf

Any questions?

(ISC)2

Candidate Services

311 Park Place Blvd, Suite 400

Clearwater, FL 33759

Phone: 1.866.331.ISC2 (4722) in the United States

1.727.785.0189 all others

Fax: 1.727.683.0785



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Impartiality StatementNon-Discrimination PolicyDomain 1: Legal and Ethical PrinciplesKey Areas of Knowledge

Domain 2: InvestigationsOverviewKey Areas of Knowledge

Domain 3: Forensic ScienceOverviewKey Areas of Knowledge

Domain 4: Digital ForensicsOverviewKey Areas of Knowledge

Domain 5: Application ForensicsOverviewKey Areas of Knowledge

Domain 6: Hybrid and Emerging TechnologiesOverviewKey Areas of Knowledge

REFERENCESSAMPLE EXAM QUESTIONGENERAL EXAMINATION INFORMATIONComputer Based Testing (CBT)Registering for the ExamScheduling a Test AppointmentDay of the ExamAny questions?

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