Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Offered by EC-Council
The Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) from EC-Council validates knowledge of offensive security: reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, and the tools and...
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Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) exam at a glance
Format
125 multiple-choice questions (knowledge exam, 312-50)
Duration
4 hours
Delivery
EC-Council exam portal or Pearson VUE (proctored)
Passing score
Varies by exam form, typically 60%–85% (cut-score per form)
Exam cost
Roughly $950–$1,200 USD for the exam voucher
Validity
3 years; maintain with 120 ECE credits
Prerequisites
Complete official EC-Council training, OR document 2 years of information-security work experience plus a $100 eligibility application
About the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification
The Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) from EC-Council validates knowledge of offensive security: reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, and the tools and techniques used by attackers — so you can defend against them. The current v13 emphasizes AI-driven attack and defense techniques.
A separate, optional hands-on CEH Practical exam earns the 'CEH Master' designation.
Who it’s for: Security analysts, penetration testers, and defenders who want to understand attacker tradecraft.
Official exam page· Details verified August 2026
Exam details can change. Always confirm current requirements, fees, and exam policies with the certification provider before registering.
What the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) exam covers
- Reconnaissance and footprinting
- Scanning, enumeration, and vulnerability analysis
- System hacking and malware threats
- Network, web, and application attacks
- Cloud, IoT, and cryptography
How to study for the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- 1Build a home lab (Kali Linux plus vulnerable targets) to practice safely and legally.
- 2Work through the phases of an attack: recon, scanning, exploitation, and post-exploitation.
- 3Get comfortable with tools like Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark, and Burp Suite.
- 4Study the CEH exam blueprint and the AI-focused additions in v13.
- 5Confirm eligibility (training or experience waiver) before booking.
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) — frequently asked questions
Do I need to take EC-Council training?
Only if you don't meet the experience path. With 2+ years of documented infosec experience you can apply for an eligibility waiver ($100) and self-study instead.
What's the difference between CEH and CEH Master?
CEH is the multiple-choice knowledge exam. Passing the separate 6-hour hands-on CEH Practical as well earns the CEH Master designation.
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