Question 1

How many 401 practice questions are there?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

Are there free 401 sample questions?

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

Question 3

What does full access include?

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Every 401 question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does 401 cover?

Accepted Answer

THREAT ANALYSIS (12%), ARCHITECT SOLUTIONS (29%), OPERATION AND IMPLEMENTATION (41%), SECURITY RESPONSE (18%).

Question 5

What is the F5 401 Security Solutions exam?

Accepted Answer

The F5 401 - Security Solution Expert exam is the final, expert-level exam in F5's Security certification track. Passing it awards the F5 Certified Solution Expert, Security (F5-CSE, Security) credential, validating your ability to design, implement, troubleshoot, and respond to security incidents using F5 technology such as BIG-IP ASM/Advanced WAF, AFM, APM, DNS, LTM, IP Intelligence, WebSafe, and MobileSafe.

Question 6

How many questions are on the F5 401 exam and how long is it?

Accepted Answer

The F5 401 exam has 70 questions (65 scored plus 5 unscored pilot items) and lasts 105 minutes. It is a computer-based, multiple-choice-response exam, and some questions include exhibits or scenarios.

Question 7

What is the passing score for the F5 401 exam?

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F5 401 uses scaled scoring. You need a scaled score of 245 on a range of 100 to 350 to pass. Scaled scoring keeps the passing standard consistent across different exam forms and versions.

Question 8

How much does the F5 401 exam cost?

Accepted Answer

All F5 exams, including the 401 Security Solutions exam, cost US$180 per attempt, not including local taxes and fees.

Question 9

What are the prerequisites for the F5 401 exam?

Accepted Answer

Before taking 401 you must hold the F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA) certification plus three Technology Specialist certifications: BIG-IP LTM, BIG-IP ASM, and BIG-IP APM (F5-CTS). The 401 is the capstone that completes the Security Solution Expert track.

Question 10

What topics does the F5 401 exam cover?

Accepted Answer

The F5 401 blueprint has four sections: Threat Analysis, Architect Solutions, Operation and Implementation, and Security Response. Topics include external threat research, threat modeling, solution and control selection, compliance mapping, BIG-IQ centralized management, network-layer DoS protection, IP Intelligence, web fraud mitigation (WebSafe/MobileSafe), outbound SSL visibility, AFM network firewall configuration, multi-module troubleshooting, log analysis, and proactive/reactive incident…

Question 11

Is the F5 401 exam still active in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As of 2026 the F5 401 Security Solutions exam remains active and is published on F5 Education Services with a current exam blueprint. While F5 restructured the entry-level F5-CA (BIG-IP) certification in 2025, the 401 expert-level exam and the F5-CSE, Security credential continue to be offered.

Question 12

What certification do I earn by passing F5 401?

Accepted Answer

Passing F5 401 earns the F5 Certified Solution Expert, Security (F5-CSE, Security) certification, the highest tier in the F5 Security track, recognized on Credly.

Question 13

What is the passing score for 401?

Accepted Answer

You need 245 on a 100-350 scale to pass 401.

Question 14

How long is the 401 certification valid?

Accepted Answer

Certifications are valid for 2 years (F5 standard recertification cycle). Recertification: Retake the current exam; Meet F5 recertification requirements before expiration.

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01Exam format105 min · 70 (65 scored, 5 pilot/beta items)4

02Registration$180 · Pearson VUE, online proctoring3

03Validity2

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What 401 covers

01THREAT ANALYSIS12%2 topics

1.01Analyze external threat research to determine the potential impact to an organizationAnalyze external threat research to determine the potential impact to an organization2 obj.

1.02Analyze threat modeling data to determine risk profiles of the infrastructure and applicationsAnalyze threat modeling data to determine risk profiles of the infrastructure and applications2 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesInterpreting threat intelligence · Confusing threat likelihood with business impact

02ARCHITECT SOLUTIONS29%5 topics

03OPERATION AND IMPLEMENTATION41%7 topics

04SECURITY RESPONSE18%3 topics