Certified Ethical Hacker(CEH v12)
Master the skills of an ethical hacker with the CEH certification. Learn to think like a malicious hacker to better defend against attacks and vulnerabilities. This certification validates your ability to assess the security posture of an organization by identifying vulnerabilities.
Exam Duration
240 minutes (4 hours)
Exam Cost
$1,199 USD
Question Format
125 Multiple Choice
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Comprehensive Security Scenarios
Practice with real-world ethical hacking scenarios covering all 20 CEH modules.
Advanced Progress Tracking
Monitor your progress across cybersecurity domains with detailed analytics.
Hands-On Lab Simulations
Experience virtual penetration testing environments safely and legally.
Expert Study Materials
Access curated cybersecurity content from industry experts and practitioners.
CEH Exam Content Breakdown
Master all 20 modules of the Certified Ethical Hacker curriculum with comprehensive coverage.
Introduction to Ethical Hacking
Footprinting and Reconnaissance
Scanning Networks
Enumeration
Vulnerability Analysis
System Hacking
Malware Threats
Sniffing and Social Engineering
Denial-of-Service and Session Hijacking
Web and Wireless Security
Key Cybersecurity Topics Covered
Master these essential cybersecurity concepts and techniques for ethical hacking.
Network Scanning
Reconnaissance
Vulnerability Assessment
Analysis
System Hacking
Exploitation
Malware Analysis
Threats
Sniffing Techniques
Monitoring
Social Engineering
Human Factor
DoS Attacks
Availability
Session Hijacking
Authentication
Web Application Security
Applications
SQL Injection
Database
Wireless Security
Networks
Cryptography
Security
Evading IDS/Firewalls
Evasion
Cloud Security
Cloud
IoT Security
Devices
Mobile Platform Hacking
Mobile
Penetration Testing
Testing
Incident Response
Response
Forensic Analysis
Forensics
Risk Management
Management
Expert Preparation Strategies
Proven strategies for mastering ethical hacking and cybersecurity concepts.
Study Resources
- EC-Council official courseware and study materials
- Hands-on practice with ethical hacking tools
- Virtual labs for safe penetration testing
- Zertly's AI-generated practice questions and scenarios
Exam Day Strategies
- Focus on understanding methodology rather than memorizing tools
- Practice time management - 125 questions in 4 hours
- Understand legal and ethical aspects of penetration testing
- Review countermeasures and defensive techniques
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about the Certified Ethical Hacker certification.
How long is the CEH certification valid?
The CEH certification is valid for 3 years. To maintain your certification, you must earn 120 ECE (Education Credit Events) hours during the 3-year cycle, or retake the current CEH exam.
What is the exam format for CEH?
The CEH exam consists of 125 multiple-choice questions with a 4-hour time limit. The passing score is 70% (approximately 88 correct answers out of 125 questions).
Do I need work experience to take the CEH exam?
No prior work experience is required to take the CEH exam. However, EC-Council recommends having at least 2 years of work experience in the information security domain for better understanding of the concepts.
How does Zertly help me prepare for the CEH exam?
Zertly provides AI-generated practice questions covering all 20 CEH modules, detailed explanations for ethical hacking concepts, progress tracking by topic, and simulated exams that mirror the actual test format.
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