ECCOUNCIL-ECES: EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES 212-81)
Applied cryptography certification - symmetric and asymmetric algorithms, cipher modes, hash functions, number theory, PKI and digital signatures, cryptographic protocols, and cryptanalysis
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Official Exam Details
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Questions | 50 |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| Exam Cost | $249 USD (ECES v3 remotely-proctored voucher; price varies by region, reseller, and bundle) |
| Testing Provider | EC-Council Exam Portal (remotely proctored) or ECC Exam Center |
| Validity | 3 years (EC-Council Continuing Education / ECE credits required) |
| Prerequisites | No ECES-specific prerequisite certification or published experience threshold. Candidates who take official EC-Council ECES training have the exam-eligibility application waived; self-study candidates must obtain EC-Council exam eligibility (application) before purchasing a standalone voucher. A prerequisite gates who sits the exam, not who studies for it. |
| Question Types | Multiple choice |
Domain Breakdown
| Domain | Questions |
|---|---|
| Introduction and History of Cryptography | 24 |
| Symmetric Cryptography and Hashes | 106 |
| Number Theory and Asymmetric Cryptography | 35 |
| Applications of Cryptography | 60 |
| Cryptanalysis | 25 |
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The passing score for EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES 212-81) (ECCOUNCIL-ECES) is 70%. Our practice exams use an 80% threshold to help you build confidence before the real test.
How long is the EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES 212-81) exam?
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How many questions are on the EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES 212-81) exam?
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What are the prerequisites for EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES 212-81)?
Prerequisites for EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES 212-81): No ECES-specific prerequisite certification or published experience threshold. Candidates who take official EC-Council ECES training have the exam-eligibility application waived; self-study candidates must obtain EC-Council exam eligibility (application) before purchasing a standalone voucher. A prerequisite gates who sits the exam, not who studies for it.. Our study materials are designed for all levels, with detailed explanations that build understanding from scratch.
How long is the EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES 212-81) certification valid?
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