SecurityX · 15%
Governance, Risk and Compliance
Governance, Risk and Compliance is 15% of the CompTIA SecurityX (CAS-005) (SecurityX), administered by CompTIA. It falls under the IT Certifications category.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | Governance, Risk and Compliance |
| Exam | CompTIA SecurityX (CAS-005) (SecurityX) |
| Domain Weight | 15% |
| Governing Body | CompTIA |
| Available in App | CompTIA & Cisco Exam Prep: A+, Network+, CCNA & More |
| Official Source | CompTIA official website ↗ |
SecurityX Governance, Risk and Compliance: FAQ
How much of the SecurityX covers Governance, Risk and Compliance?
Governance, Risk and Compliance accounts for 15% of the SecurityX, which has 90 questions total. CompTIA publishes the official exam content outline with the most current weighting. The C3RT app covers all 4 SecurityX content areas.
What is the SecurityX exam format and how does Governance, Risk and Compliance fit in?
The SecurityX has 4 content areas across 90 questions in 165 minutes, with a passing score of Pass/Fail (no scaled score published). Governance, Risk and Compliance is content area 4 of 4 and carries 15% of the total exam weight. The other content areas are Security Architecture, Security Operations, Security Engineering and Cryptography.
How do I study for the Governance, Risk and Compliance section of the SecurityX?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT CompTIA & Cisco Exam Prep: A+, Network+, CCNA & More app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate Governance, Risk and Compliance questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the SecurityX and what is the passing score?
The SecurityX consists of 90 questions in 165 minutes, with a passing score of Pass/Fail (no scaled score published). It is administered by CompTIA and the exam fee is $494 USD. The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 4 content areas.
Where can I find official CompTIA resources for Governance, Risk and Compliance?
The official source for SecurityX content outlines and study resources is the CompTIA website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including Governance, Risk and Compliance, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with CompTIA. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 90+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 4 content areas.
Governance, Risk and Compliance is a content area on the CompTIA SecurityX (CAS-005) (SecurityX), a IT Certifications exam administered by CompTIA. C3RT is not affiliated with CompTIA. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the CompTIA website.