CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Exam Objectives - EXAM NUMBER PT0-002 - About the Exam - Exam Development

Sep 20, 2026

CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002) certification exam objectives outline the knowledge and skills needed to plan and scope penetration testing engagements, handle legal and compliance obligations, execute vulnerability scanning and penetration testing with suitable tools, and analyze outcomes. The objectives also cover producing written remediation reports, communicating results to management, and offering practical recommendations. The document specifies exam accreditation and development approach, explains prohibited use of unauthorized “brain dumps,” notes updating practices for exam security, and provides test details and domain weightings for version 9.0 (PT0-002).

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About the Exam

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Test Details

Exam Objectives (Domains)

1.0 Planning and Scoping

2.0 Information Gathering and Vulnerability Scanning

3.0 Attacks and Exploits

4.0 Reporting and Communication

5.0 Tools and Code Analysis

CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Exam Objectives EXAM NUMBER: PT0-002 About the Exam Candidates are encouraged to use this document to help prepare for the CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002) certification exam. The CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam will verify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to: • Plan and scope a penetration testing engagement • Understand legal and compliance requirements • Perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing using appropriate tools and techniques, and then analyze the results • Produce a written report containing proposed remediation techniques, effectively communicate results to the management team, and provide practical recommendations This is equivalent to three to four years of hands-on experience working in a security consultant or penetration tester job role. These content examples are meant to clarify the test objectives and should not be construed as a comprehensive listing of all the content of this examination. EXAM ACCREDITATION The CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002) exam is accredited by ANSI to show compliance with the ISO 17024 standard and, as such, undergoes regular reviews and updates to the exam objectives. EXAM DEVELOPMENT CompTIA exams result from subject-matter expert workshops and industry-wide survey results regarding the skills and knowledge required of an IT professional. CompTIA AUTHORIZED MATERIALS USE POLICY CompTIA Certifications, LLC is not affiliated with and does not authorize, endorse, or condone utilizing any content provided by unauthorized third-party training sites (aka “brain dumps”) . Individuals who utilize such materials in preparation for any CompTIA examination will have their certifications revoked and be suspended from future testing in accordance with the CompTIA Candidate Agreement. In an effort to more clearly communicate CompTIA’s exam policies on use of unauthorized study materials, CompTIA directs all certification candidates to the CompTIA Certification Exam Policies. Please review all CompTIA policies before beginning the study process for any CompTIA exam. Candidates will be required to abide by the CompTIA Candidate Agreement. If a candidate has a question as to whether study materials are considered unauthorized (aka “brain dumps”), they should contact CompTIA at [examsecurity@comptia.org](examsecurity@comptia.org) to confirm. PLEASE NOTE The lists of examples provided in bulleted format are not exhaustive lists. Other examples of technologies, processes, or tasks pertaining to each objective may also be included on the exam although not listed or covered in this objectives document. CompTIA is constantly reviewing the content of our exams and updating test questions to be sure our exams are current, and the security of the questions is protected. When necessary, we will publish updated exams based on existing exam objectives. Please know that all related exam preparation materials will still be valid. CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Exam Objectives Version 9.0 (Exam Number: PT0-002) Copyright © 2020 CompTIA, Inc. All rights reserved. TEST DETAILS Required exam Number of questions Types of questions Length of test Recommended experience Passing score PT0-002 Maximum of 85 Multiple-choice and performance-based 165 minutes 3–4 years of hands-on experience performing penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and code analysis 750 (on a scale of 100-900) EXAM OBJECTIVES (DOMAINS) The table below lists the domains measured by this examination and the extent to which they are represented. DOMAIN PERCENTAGE OF EXAMINATION 1.0 Planning and Scoping 14% 2.0 Information Gathering and Vulnerability Scanning 22% 3.0 Attacks and Exploits 30% 4.0 Reporting and Communication 18% 5.0 Tools and Code Analysis 16% Total 100% CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Exam Objectives Version 9.0 (Exam Number: PT0-002) Copyright © 2020 CompTIA, Inc. All rights reserved. 1.0

FAQs

What competencies does the PT0-002 exam assess?

The exam assesses planning and scoping, understanding legal and compliance requirements, performing vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, analyzing results, and delivering written reports with remediation techniques and recommendations.

How does the document describe exam accreditation and updates?

It states the PT0-002 exam is accredited by ANSI to comply with ISO 17024 and undergoes regular reviews and updates to the exam objectives.

What is the policy regarding unauthorized study materials (“brain dumps”)?

The document prohibits using unauthorized third-party training content, warns that certifications can be revoked and candidates suspended, and directs candidates to review official CompTIA exam policy documents and contact CompTIA for clarification.

Sep 20, 2026

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