CA1-005
SecurityX (Extended) practice test
935 CompTIA CA1-005 practice questions with explanations, in study, timed and flashcard modes. 20 samples are free.
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- Questions
- 935
- Free samples
- 20
- Versions
- 4
- Updated
- Jan 2026
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At a glance
CA1-005, by the numbers.
Official specifications published by CompTIA.
- Duration
- 165 min
- Questions
- 90 maximum
- Passing score
- Pass/Fail (no scaled score)
- Exam fee
- $400
- In the bank
- v1 (210), CA1-005 (215), CAS-003 (361), CAS-004 (149)
Exam guide
Everything about CA1-005.
CA1-005 · CompTIA · Beta (became v3.0 production)
Exam information
Official specifications published by CompTIA, plus what is in our question bank.
- Duration
- 165 min
- Questions
- 90 maximum
- Passing score
- Pass/Fail (no scaled score)
- Level
- Expert
- Question types
- Multiple-choice (single response), Multiple-choice (multiple response), Drag-and-drop activities, Performance-based questions (PBQs)
What CA1-005 covers
4 weighted domains. Open a domain for its topics, and a topic for its objectives. Practice questions are tagged to these.
How do I earn this certification?
Passing CA1-005 earns the CompTIA SecurityX in the Cybersecurity track.
- SY0-701CompTIA Security+optionalFoundational security knowledge required
- N10-009CompTIA Network+optionalNetwork architecture understanding essential
- CS0-003CompTIA CySA+optionalSecurity analysis and monitoring skills
- CV0-004CompTIA Cloud+optionalCloud architecture knowledge for modern environments
- PT0-003CompTIA PenTest+optionalOffensive security perspective valuable
How to study for this exam?
Use the CA1-005 practice test alongside the official material below.
Official exam objectives document detailing all domains, objectives, and examples
- CompTIA SecurityX (CAS-005) Study GuideBook (Print/eBook) · ~$50-60
Official CompTIA-approved study guide covering all exam objectives
- CompTIA SecurityX (CAS-005) CertMaster LearnOnline interactive learning · ~$349
Official CompTIA e-learning with interactive modules, videos, and knowledge checks
- CompTIA SecurityX (CAS-005) CertMaster PracticeOnline practice questions · ~$119
Official CompTIA practice questions with adaptive learning technology
- CompTIA SecurityX (CAS-005) CertMaster LabsBrowser-based hands-on labs · ~$299
Official CompTIA virtual labs for hands-on practice with security tools
- CompTIA SecurityX (CAS-005) Official TrainingIn-person or virtual classroom · Varies by provider ($2,500-4,000)
Instructor-led training from CompTIA Authorized Training Partners
What's changed on this exam?
Status and coverage changes that affect what you should study.
- Current status
- BETA_COMPLETED→ CAS-005 (production version)
- Last content update
- Dec 17, 2024
- Announced
- Feb 15, 2024
Who should take this exam?
CA1-005 is typically taken by Security Architects, Senior Security Engineers and Security Consultants, among 3 other roles. Experience level: Expert/Advanced practitioner.
Three ways to practise
Study mode
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Timed mode
A shuffled deck with a countdown that mirrors the real exam. Your score is saved to your attempt history.
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Flashcards
Question on the front, answer on the back. Good for the last week before the exam.
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