Learn, prepare, and practice for CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) CAS-004 exam success with this CompTIA Approved Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT Certification learning and a CompTIA Authorized Platinum Partner.

• Master CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) CAS-004 exam topics
• Assess your knowledge with chapter-ending quizzes
• Review key concepts with exam preparation tasks
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CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) CAS-004 Cert Guide is a leading exam study guide. Leading security certification training experts Robin Abernathy and Troy McMillan share preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics.

The book presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly. Review questions help you assess your knowledge, and a final preparation chapter guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your final study plan.

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Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this CompTIA approved study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the exam the first time, including:

• Enterprise security
• Risk management and incident response
• Research, analysis, and assessment
• Integration of computing, communications, and business disciplines
• Technical integration of enterprise components

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Introduction to the CASP Exam

1 Business and Industry Influences and Associated Security Risks

2 Security, Privacy Policies, and Procedures

3 Risk Mitigation Strategies and Controls

4 Risk Metric Scenarios to Secure the Enterprise

5 Network and Security Components, Concepts, and Architectures

6 Security Controls for Host Devices

7 Security Controls for Mobile and Small Form Factor Devices

8 Software Vulnerability Security Controls

9 Security Assessments

10 Select the Appropriate Security Assessment Tool

11 Incident Response and Recovery

12 Host, Storage, Network, and Application Integration

13 Cloud and Virtualization Technology Integration

14 Authentication and Authorization Technology Integration

15 Cryptographic Techniques

16 Secure Communication and Collaboration

17 Industry Trends and Their Impact to the Enterprise

18 Security Activities Across the Technology Life Cycle

19 Business Unit Interaction

Appendix A Answers

Glossary

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Appendix B Memory Tables

Appendix C Memory Table Answers

Appendix D Study Planner