CREST Practitioner Security Analyst (CPSA)

Advanced Proctored multiple-choice style exam Pass: Provider-set pass mark (commonly around 60%, veri… $650

CPSA is a practitioner-level assessment emphasizing pentest fundamentals, methodology, and professional judgement. 2026 prep should blend theory revision with structured practical validation to strengthen exam confidence.

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FormatProctored multiple-choice style exam

Duration~2 hours (indicative)

Pass ScoreProvider-set pass mark (commonly around 60%, veri…

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MCQ Questions801

Overview Syllabus (5) Tools (6) Cheat Sheets (2) Labs (3) MCQ Practice

Prerequisites

Recommended: strong Linux/Windows command-line skills, TCP/IP fundamentals, scripting basics (Bash/Python), and prior lab practice in network and AD environments.

Syllabus Overview

5 exam domains — click "Syllabus" tab for full breakdown

Scoping, Methodology & Reporting 15%

External/Internal Reconnaissance 20%

Exploitation & Initial Access 25%

Privilege Escalation & Lateral Movement 25%

Post-Exploitation & Hardening Guidance 15%