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EC-COUNCIL ECSS Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | EC-Council |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSSv10) |
| Exam Number: | ECSS |
| Real Exam Qty: | 50-100 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Exam Price: | $199 - $249 USD |
| Related Certifications: | ECES CEH CHFI |
| Exam Duration: | 120-180 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice |
| Recommended Training: | EC-Council Courseware Official ECSSv10 Training Course |
| Exam Registration: | EC-Council Official Site Pearson VUE |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite at authorized EC-Council / Pearson VUE centers |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; basic IT/network knowledge recommended |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.eccouncil.org/programs/certified-security-specialist-ecss/ |
EC-COUNCIL ECSS Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Information Security Controls & Cryptography | 23% | - Firewalls, IDS/IPS & endpoint protection - Symmetric/asymmetric encryption & hashing - Authentication, authorization & access control |
| Information Security and Networking Fundamentals | 9% | - Secure protocols & network architecture - Networking models: OSI & TCP/IP - Information security concepts & principles - Laws, regulations & compliance |
| Incident Response & Digital Forensics | 17% | - File systems, Windows & network forensics - Digital evidence handling & chain of custody - Incident handling lifecycle |
| Information Security Threats and Attacks | 21% | - Malware, DoS/DDoS, sniffing & spoofing - Social engineering & web-based attacks - Hacking cycle & methodology |
| Wireless, VPN & Web Application Security | 14% | - OWASP top vulnerabilities & mitigation - Wireless standards & security risks - VPN technologies & secure communication |
| Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing | 16% | - Pen testing phases & scope - Vulnerability assessment - Reconnaissance & scanning techniques |
EC-COUNCIL ECSS Exam FAQs
The EC-COUNCIL EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSSv10) exam (exam code ECSS) is the official EC-COUNCIL exam that leads to the EC-Council Certified Security Specialist certification, sitting at the Foundational / Specialist level of the EC-COUNCIL certification track. It is also connected with CEH, ECES, CHFI. If this is the credential you are working toward, the 100 practice questions at PassCollection map directly to its objectives.
The EC-COUNCIL EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSSv10) exam includes 50-100 questions, and you have 120-180 to complete them. Divide the time limit by the question count and you get a tight average pace per item, so train yourself to flag time-consuming questions and return to them later instead of getting stuck. Before test day, run at least one full timed session in the PassCollection test engine under the same limits — the clock should never surprise you.
The passing score for EC-COUNCIL EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSSv10) is 70%, and the official registration fee is $199 - $249 USD. A failed attempt means paying that fee in full again, so your preparation budget deserves the same attention as your study plan. A practical rule: book your exam date only after you can finish a PassCollection practice test comfortably above the passing score more than once.
According to EC-COUNCIL, candidates should meet the following before registering: No formal prerequisites; basic IT/network knowledge recommended. Requirements can change, so confirm the latest details on the official exam page before you register.
You can register for the EC-COUNCIL EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSSv10) exam through the official channels below:
Exam delivery: Online proctored or onsite at authorized EC-Council / Pearson VUE centers.
EC-COUNCIL lists the following official training options for this exam:
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The EC-COUNCIL EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSSv10) blueprint is divided into 6 major domains, starting with Wireless, VPN & Web Application Security (14%), Incident Response & Digital Forensics (17%), and Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing (16%). The full breakdown, including every subdomain and its weighting, is listed in the Exam Topics section above — review it against your own weak areas before scheduling the exam.
EC-COUNCIL EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSSv10) Sample Questions:
Melissa, an ex-employee of an organization, was fired because of misuse of resources and security violations.
She sought revenge against the company and targeted its network, as she is already aware of its network topology.
Which of the following categories of insiders does Melissa belong to?
- A. Professional insider
- B. Malicious insider
- C. Negligent insider
- D. Compromised insider
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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Which of the following titles of The Electronic Communications Privacy Act protects the privacy of the contents of files stored by service providers and records held about the subscriber by service providers, such as subscriber name, billing records, and IP addresses?
- A. Title IV
- B. Title I
- C. Title II
- D. Title III
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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An investigator wants to extract information about the status of the network interface cards (NICs) in an organization's Windows-based systems. Identify the command-line utility that can help the investigator detect the network status.
- A. PsLoggedOn
- B. ifconfig
- C. PsList
- D. ipconfig
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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Cheryl, a forensic expert, was recruited to investigate a malicious activity performed by an anonymous hackers' group on an organization's systems. Using an automated tool, Cheryl was able to extract the malware file and analyze the assembly code instructions, which helped him understand the malware's purpose.
Which of the following tools helped Cheryl extract and analyze the assembly code of the malware?
- A. VMware vSphere
- B. Virtual Box
- C. OllyDbg
- D. QualNet
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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Roxanne is a professional hacker hired by an agency to disrupt the business services of their rival company.
Roxanne employed a special type of malware that consumes a server's memory and network bandwidth when triggered. Consequently, the target server is overloaded and stops responding.
Identify the type of malware Roxanne has used in the above scenario.
- A. Rootkit
- B. Armored virus
- C. worm
- D. Spyware
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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