This is the only official CompTIA study guide for the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) exam. The Publisher does not guarantee products purchased from Third Party sellers for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Created by CompTIA, this study guide maps directly to the exam objectives and was rigorously evaluated by subject matter experts to ensure it teaches the essential skills required to pass the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) IT certification exam. After reading this study guide, you will be able Compare Security Roles and Security ControlsExplain Threat Actors and Threat IntelligencePerform Security AssessmentsIdentify Social Engineering and MalwareSummarize Basic Cryptographic ConceptsImplement Public Key Infrastructure and Authentication ControlsImplement Identity and Account Management ControlsImplement Secure Network Designs, Appliances, ProtocolsImplement Host Security Solutions and Secure Mobile SolutionsSummarize Secure Application ConceptsImplement Secure Cloud SolutionsExplain Data Privacy and Protection ConceptsPerform Incident ResponseExplain Digital ForensicsSummarize Risk Management ConceptsImplement Cybersecurity ResilienceExplain Physical Security About the Author About CompTIACompTIA is the leading provider of vendor-neutral IT certifications in the world, with more than 2 million IT certifications issued worldwide. About CompTIA Security+CompTIA Security+ is a global certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career.