How many 212-81 practice questions are there?

145 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Are there free 212-81 sample questions?

Yes. 12 sample questions are free; 6 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

What does full access include?

Every 212-81 question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

What topics does 212-81 cover?

Introduction and History of Cryptography (12%), Symmetric Cryptography and Hashes (25%), Number Theory and Asymmetric Cryptography (22%), Applications of Cryptography (25%), Cryptanalysis (10%), Quantum Computing and Cryptography (6%).

How much does the 212-81 exam cost?

The 212-81 exam fee is $250 (USD; local pricing varies by region and provider).

How long is the 212-81 certification valid?

1 year (renewable annually with CE fees; 3-year ECE cycle requires ECE credits). Recertification: Pay annual CE (Continuing Education) fees to maintain certification; Accumulate required ECE credits over 3-year cycle.

212-81EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES) practice test

145 EC-Council 212-81 practice questions with explanations, in study, timed and flashcard modes. 12 samples are free.

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Questions: 145
Free samples: 12
Versions: 1
Updated: Mar 2026

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Official specifications published by EC-Council.

Duration: 120 min
Questions: 50
Passing score: 70%
Exam fee: $250
In the bank: v1 (145)

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212-81 · EC-Council · v3

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Duration: 120 min
Questions: 50
Passing score: 70%
Level: Specialist

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212-81EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES) practice test

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