CFR-410.AK1
Cybersec First Responder (CFR-410)
Our CFR-410 course offers hands-on training in incident response, digital forensics, and threat analysis.
- Practice in 42 Hands-On Labs — nothing to install
- 14 Interactive Lessons and 42 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 371 Practice Test Questions and 1 Full Length Tests
Beginner Self-paced · 1 year access
42 Hands-On LiveLabs
Practice real IT tasks in guided environments.
- Real environments
- Auto-graded
- No installation
14Interactive Lessons
42Topics
42LiveLab
371Practice Test Questions
4Videos
354Flashcards
354Glossary of terms
01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
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Our cybersecurity first responder (CFR) course is designed to arm you with the necessary skills and tools to become a frontline defender against cyberattacks. Through a combination of theoretical concepts and hands-on exercises, you’ll learn how to identify, contain, and eradicate threats with precision and efficiency. Take this course to prepare well for the CFR-410 certification exam.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks using effective risk management strategies
- Analyze the incident to stay informed about emerging threats and trends
- Conduct thorough investigations of cybersecurity incidents using advanced forensic techniques
- Collect and analyze cybersecurity intelligence from various sources to gain valuable insights
- Respond to incidents effectively by deploying incident handling and response architectures and mitigating their impact
- Assess an organization’s security posture through vulnerability management, penetration testing, and auditing
- Utilize a variety of cybersecurity tools for tasks such as network analysis, malware analysis, and forensic investigations
Target Career Roles
- Incident Analyst
- Incident Responder
- Network Security Engineer
- Network Defense Technician
- Information Assurance Analyst
02 / Lessons & labs
See exactly what you will learn and practice
Lessons
14 Interactive Lessons · 42 topics01 About This Course 1 topics +
- Course Description
02 Assessing Cybersecurity Risk 4 topics +
- Topic A: Identify the Importance of Risk Management
- Topic B: Assess Risk
- Topic C: Mitigate Risk
- Topic D: Integrate Documentation into Risk Management
03 Analyzing the Threat Landscape 2 topics +
- Topic A: Classify Threats
- Topic B: Analyze Trends Affecting Security Posture
04 Analyzing Reconnaissance Threats to Computing and Network Environments 3 topics · 13 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Implement Threat Modeling
- Topic B: Assess the Impact of Reconnaissance
- Topic C: Assess the Impact of Social Engineering
13 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
05 Analyzing Attacks on Computing and Network Environments 7 topics · 12 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Assess the Impact of System Hacking Attacks
- Topic B: Assess the Impact of Web-Based Attacks
- Topic C: Assess the Impact of Malware
- Topic D: Assess the Impact of Hijacking and Impersonation Attacks
- Topic E: Assess the Impact of DoS Incidents
- Topic F: Assess the Impact of Threats to Mobile Security
- Topic G: Assess the Impact of Threats to Cloud Security
12 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
06 Analyzing Post-Attack Techniques 5 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Assess Command and Control Techniques
- Topic B: Assess Persistence Techniques
- Topic C: Assess Lateral Movement and Pivoting Techniques
- Topic D: Assess Data Exfiltration Techniques
- Topic E: Assess Anti-Forensics Techniques
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
07 Assessing the Organization's Security Posture 4 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Implement Cybersecurity Auditing
- Topic B: Implement a Vulnerability Management Plan
- Topic C: Assess Vulnerabilities
- Topic D: Conduct Penetration Testing
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
08 Collecting Cybersecurity Intelligence 3 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Deploy a Security Intelligence Collection and Analysis Platform
- Topic B: Collect Data from Network-Based Intelligence Sources
- Topic C: Collect Data from Host-Based Intelligence Sources
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
09 Analyzing Log Data 2 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Use Common Tools to Analyze Logs
- Topic B: Use SIEM Tools for Analysis
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
10 Performing Active Asset and Network Analysis 3 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Analyze Incidents with Windows-Based Tools
- Topic B: Analyze Incidents with Linux-Based Tools
- Topic C: Analyze Indicators of Compromise
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
11 Responding to Cybersecurity Incidents 3 topics +
- Topic A: Deploy an Incident Handling and Response Architecture
- Topic B: Mitigate Incidents
- Topic C: Hand Over Incident Information to a Forensic Investigation
12 Investigating Cybersecurity Incidents 3 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Apply a Forensic Investigation Plan
- Topic B: Securely Collect and Analyze Electronic Evidence
- Topic C: Follow Up on the Results of an Investigation
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
13 Appendix A: Regular Expressions 1 topics +
- Topic A: Parse Log Files with Regular Expressions
14 Appendix: Key Terms 1 topics +
- Glossary
Hands-On Labs Our edge
42 LiveLabs- Exploiting a Website Using SQL Injection
- Conducting Vulnerability Scanning Using Nessus
- Performing Vulnerability Scanning Using OpenVAS
- Scanning the Local Network
- Getting TCP Settings
- Getting UDP Settings
- Displaying Metadata Information
- Using the tracert Command
- Getting Information about the Current Connection Statistics of UDP
- Getting Information about the Current Connection Statistics of TCP
- Getting Information about TCP Ports
- Getting Information about UDP Ports
- Finding the MAC Address of a System
- Using TCPdump
- Capturing Packets Using Wireshark
- Analyzing Traffic Captured from Site Survey Software (kismet)
- Exploiting LDAP-Based Authentication
- Using OWASP ZAP
- Using a Numeric IP Address to Locate a Web Server
- Using NetWitness Investigator
- Performing a Memory-Based Attack
- Using the hping Program
- Confirming the Spoofing Attack in Wireshark
- Performing Session Hijacking Using Burp Suite
- Getting Information about DNS
- Using the Event Viewer
- Using the dd Utility
- Using Global Regular Expressions Print (grep)
- Enabling the peek performance option
- Obtaining IP Route Information from the IP Routing Table
- Using MBSA
- Obtaining the IP version supported by a network adapter
- Obtaining Information about Different IP versions
- Obtaining Information about the Net Firewall Profile
- Analyzing Linux Logs for Security Intelligence
- Using FTK Imager
- Exploring Windows File Registry
- Using the Disk Defragmenter Microsoft Drive Optimizer
- Using a Hex Editor
- Converting a FAT32 Partition to NTFS Using Disk Management
- Converting an NTFS Partition to FAT32 Using Disk Management
- Converting the FAT32 Partition to NTFS Using cmd
Labs run in your browser — nothing to install.
03 / Exam details
Cybersec First Responder (CFR-410) Details
The course Cybersec First Responder (CFR-410) is designed to assist students in preparing for the CertNexus CyberSec First Responder (Exam CFR-410) certification examination. This course is designed primarily for cybersecurity practitioners preparing for or who currently perform job functions related to protecting information systems by ensuring their availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation. This course focuses on the knowledge, ability, and skills necessary to provide for the defense of those information systems in a cybersecurity context, including protection, detection, analysis, investigation, and response processes.
Questions
80
(per exam)
Duration
120 minutes
(per exam)
Passing Score
70% or 73%, depending on exam form
(scaled score)
Exam Fee
No application fee is required for this exam
(per exam)
Delivered by
Pearson VUE
(in-person or online)
Question Format
Multiple Choice/Multiple Response
single/multiple choice, performance-based
Practice Tests
371 Practice Questions
(mapped to official exam objectives)
Certification
CFR-410.AK1
CertNexus credential
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04 / FAQs
Questions before you start
What is the Cybersec First Responder (CFR-410) certification? +
The CFR certification validates your knowledge and skills to safeguard important information systems before, during, and after a cybersecurity incident.
Who should take the CFR-410 certification course? +
The certification is ideal for individuals with 3 to 5 years of experience in a computing environment, particularly those working in roles such as CERT/CSIRT/SOC members.
How is the CFR-410 exam structured? +
The exam consists of 80 multiple-choice questions. Also, candidates have 120 minutes to complete the exam.
Can I take the CFR-410 exam online? +
Yes, you can schedule and take the exam online via Pearson OnVUE online proctoring.
What are the benefits of obtaining the CFR-410 certification? +
The certification will validate your ability to respond to a cyber threat, improve your career prospects, and meet industry standards for cybersecurity professionals.
What is the exam registration fee?+
No application fee is required for this exam
Where do I take the exam?+
Pearson VUE
What is the format of the exam?+
Multiple Choice/Multiple Response
How many questions are asked in the exam?+
The exam contains 80 questions.
What is the duration of the exam?+
120 minutes
What is the passing score?+
70% or 73%, depending on exam form
What is the exam's retake policy?+
- Any candidates who do not pass a CertNexus certification exam on their first attempt are eligible for a second attempt immediately, at no additional cost and with no waiting period before the retake.
- All CertNexus certification exam vouchers include one free retake.
- Retakes are only valid for the same exam and same exam version that was initially purchased and using the same voucher code. All attempts, including retakes, must occur prior to the voucher expiration date.
- For any attempts after the free retake (i.e. before the third attempt or any subsequent attempt, or after the expiration date), candidates must purchase another voucher.
- While there are no time restrictions on the third attempt or any subsequent attempts thereafter, CertNexus strongly recommends a 30-day preparation period before taking the exam again.
What is the validity of the certification?+
TBD (Typically 3 years from Launch Date)
Where can I find more information about this exam?+
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Pass the CFR-410 exam
Become a Certified Cybersec First Responder (CFR-410) to execute incident response and threat mitigation confidently.
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- 42 LiveLab included
- Certificate of completion
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