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CompTIA CAS-004 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	CompTIA
Exam Name:	CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) Exam
Exam Number:	CAS-004
Related Certifications:	CompTIA CySA+ CISM CISSP CompTIA Security+
Available Languages:	Japanese, English
Real Exam Qty:	Up to 165
Exam Duration:	165 minutes
Passing Score:	Pass/Fail scale (no fixed score; scaled scoring)
Certificate Validity Period:	3 years
Exam Format:	Performance-based (PBQs), Multiple-choice
Exam Price:	$370 USD
Sample Questions:	DOWNLOAD DEMO
Exam Way:	Pearson VUE testing centers; no online proctoring available
Pre Condition:	Recommended: CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501 or SY0-601) and CompTIA Network+ (N10-008), or equivalent experience; minimum 10 years of IT administration experience with at least 5 years of hands-on security experience
Official Syllabus URL:	https://comptia.org/certification/casp-plus

CompTIA CAS-004 Exam Syllabus Topics:

Section	Weight	Objectives
Security Engineering	20%	- Given a scenario, apply cryptographic solutions to meet enterprise objectives 1. Key management and lifecycle 2. Digital signatures and certificates 3. Secure protocols 4. Cryptographic algorithms 5. Public key infrastructure (PKI) - Given a scenario, analyze emerging technologies to enhance security controls and determine an effective solution 1. Quantum computing and post-quantum cryptography 2. Security automation and DevSecOps 3. Blockchain and distributed ledger technology 4. Machine learning and artificial intelligence 5. Homomorphic encryption - Given a scenario, analyze the security requirements for cryptographic implementations 1. Cryptographic attack mitigation 2. Key compromise and recovery 3. Performance and scalability considerations 4. Compliance and regulatory requirements
Security Operations	30%	- Given a scenario, apply security solutions to support enterprise risk management 1. Continuous monitoring 2. Risk analysis and prioritization 3. Risk response development 4. Risk identification and measurement - Given a scenario, apply security solutions to enable enterprise resilience 1. Penetration Testing 2. Redundency and fault tolerance 3. Capacity planning 4. Incident response and recovery 5. Business continuity planning - Given a scenario, apply security solutions to support integrated operational workflows 1. Asset management and compliance monitoring 2. Configuration management 3. Identity and access management 4. Automation and orchestration
Security Architecture	30%	- Given a scenario, analyze the security requirements and objectives to determine an effective strategy 1. Business objectives 2. Functional requirements 3. Asset protection 4. Non-repudiation 5. Security objectives 6. Layered security architecture 7. Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) - Given a cloud deployment model, analyze the security requirements for the deployment and determine an effective solution 1. Evaluate cloud service providers 2. Security of cloud-hosted workloads 3. Cloud security deployment considerations 4. Third-party cloud services - Given a scenario, analyze the requirements for security architecture and determine an effective solution 1. Microservices and API security 2. Zero Trust Architecture 3. Container security 4. Network infrastructure security 5. Network segmentation 6. Enterprise virtualization 7. Secure communication channels 8. Advanced perimeter security
Governance, Risk, and Compliance	20%	- Given a scenario, apply security solutions to support information security governance 1. Security policy framework 2. Security awareness training 3. Security controls and procedures 4. Legal and regulatory compliance - Given a scenario, apply security solutions to support enterprise risk management 1. Risk frameworks 2. Risk treatment and mitigation 3. Risk register and risk matrix 4. Risk appetite and tolerance

The CAS-004 Details Every Candidate Should Check

What score do I need to pass the CAS-004 exam, and what does it cost?

As of the latest information, the CAS-004 exam requires a passing score of Pass/Fail scale (no fixed score; scaled scoring) and a registration fee of $370 USD. CompTIA may revise either figure, so confirm both on the official site before scheduling.

Are there any prerequisites for the CAS-004 exam?

CompTIA lists these prerequisites for the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+): Recommended: CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501 or SY0-601) and CompTIA Network+ (N10-008), or equivalent experience; minimum 10 years of IT administration experience with at least 5 years of hands-on security experience.

Check the current requirements on the official certification page before booking.

How will I receive my CAS-004 materials, and how do updates work?

Upon successful payment, our system automatically emails the product to your mailbox — typically within about a minute — with an instant download link on screen. If nothing arrives within two hours, check your spam folder and contact us; 24/7 customer assisting is always available. After purchase, you enjoy 365 days of free updates: whenever a new version is released, we send the updated bank to your email — you just need to check your mailbox. A 50% renewal discount follows at the end of the period.

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Smart preparation means current materials, verified answers, and a schedule that fits real life. The CAS-004 bank is written by a team of CompTIA experts and certified trainers, and our colleagues check it continuously for updates so accuracy never drifts. You practice in your spare time — no classes required — with expert-verified answers across the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) objectives. Before purchase, a free demo is downloadable for reference; after purchase, updates arrive by email for 365 days and 24/7 customer assisting handles any question. That combination is the smart way.

What is your refund policy if I fail the CAS-004 exam?

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How many questions are on the CAS-004 exam, and how long does it take?

Per current exam information, the CAS-004 exam contains Up to 165 questions within a 165 minutes-minute limit. Practicing under those exact conditions removes the format shock on exam day.

What topics does the CAS-004 exam cover?

The CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) blueprint centers on these main domains:

Governance, Risk, and Compliance (20%)
Security Operations (30%)
Security Architecture (30%)

The full official outline continues with further domains; the question bank covers them all.

CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) Sample Questions:

Question #1

A cybersecurity analyst created the following tables to help determine the maximum budget amount the business can justify spending on an improved email filtering system:

Which of the following meets the budget needs of the business?