How many SEC504 practice questions are there?

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

Are there free SEC504 sample questions?

Yes. 20 sample questions are free; 10 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

What does full access include?

Every SEC504 question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

What topics does SEC504 cover?

Incident Response and Cyber Investigations (20%), Recon, Scanning, and Enumeration Attacks (15%), Password and Access Attacks (15%), Public-Facing and Drive-By Attacks (20%), Evasion and Post-Exploitation Attacks (20%), Capture-the-Flag Event (10%).

How much does the SEC504 exam cost?

The SEC504 exam fee is $999 (USD; local pricing varies by region and provider).

What is the passing score for SEC504?

You need 69 on a 0-100 scale to pass SEC504.

How long is the SEC504 certification valid?

4 years. Recertification: Earn 36 CPE credits and pay $429 renewal fee; Retake the exam; Earn a higher-level GIAC certification.

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Questions: 533
Free samples: 20
Versions: 1
Updated: Sep 2021

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Official specifications published by SANS.

Duration: 4 hours
Questions: 106
Passing score: 69 on a 0-100 scale
Exam fee: $999
In the bank: v1 (533)

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SEC504 · SANS · v2025

Exam information

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Duration: 4 hours
Questions: 106
Passing score: 69 on a 0-100 scale
Level: Practitioner
Open book: Yes

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