CWNP CWSP-207 Practice Exam Questions & Answers

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CWNP CWSP-207 Exam Details

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Exam Code
CWSP-207
Full Name
Certified Wireless Security Professional Exam
Issuing Body
Certified Wireless Network Professionals (CWNP)
Question Format (Our Bank)
Multiple Choice
Delivery
Online proctored or at a Prometric testing center
Eligibility
Must hold a current and valid CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator) credential
Validity
Lifetime
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Question 1 Domain 3 WLAN Security Design and Architecture

What is one advantage of using EAP-TTLS instead of EAP-TLS as an authentication mechanism in an 802.11 WLAN?

Correct Answer D
Explanation EAP-TTLS uses a server certificate to establish a secure tunnel, then authenticates clients through that tunnel without requiring individual client certificates. EAP-TLS requires each client to have its own certificate for authentication. This makes EAP-TTLS simpler to deploy in large environments since you don't need to issue and manage certificates for every single device. The tradeoff is that EAP-TLS provides stronger mutual authentication since both sides present certificates.

Question 2 Domain 3 WLAN Security Design and Architecture

The IEEE 802.11 Pairwise Transient Key (PTK) is derived from what cryptographic element?

Correct Answer C
Explanation The PTK is derived from the Pairwise Master Key during the four-way handshake. The PMK is generated either from the EAP authentication process in enterprise networks or from the pre-shared key in personal networks. The PTK itself is then split into separate keys for encryption, integrity checking, and key wrapping. Understanding this hierarchy is essential for grasping how WPA and WPA2 establish secure unicast communication.

Question 3 Domain 3 WLAN Security Design and Architecture

When TKIP is selected as the pairwise cipher suite, what frame types may be protected with data confidentiality? (Choose 2)

Correct Answer D, F
Explanation TKIP protects data frames and QoS data frames with encryption and integrity protection. Management frames like beacons and probe requests are not protected. The question specifically asks about data confidentiality protection, which applies to the frame types carrying actual user traffic. QoS data frames are prioritized data frames that receive the same protections as regular data frames under TKIP.

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Question 4 Domain 3 WLAN Security Design and Architecture

You perform a protocol capture using Wireshark and a compatible 802.11 adapter in Linux. When viewing the capture, you see an auth req frame and an auth rsp frame. Then you see an assoc req frame and an assoc rsp frame. Shortly after, you see DHCP communications and then ISAKMP protocol packets. What security solution is represented?

Correct Answer B
Explanation Open system authentication involves the plain auth and assoc frame exchange with no credential validation. The DHCP communication shows the client getting an IP address. ISAKMP packets are the protocol used by IPSec, indicating that security is provided at the network layer rather than the link layer. This combination represents an older design where wireless authentication is open and security relies entirely on IPSec encryption above the MAC layer.

Question 5 Domain 2 Vulnerabilities, Threats, and Attacks

Given: WLAN protocol analyzers can read and record many wireless frame parameters.

What parameter is needed to physically locate rogue APs with a protocol analyzer?

Correct Answer D
Explanation Signal strength, also called RSSI, allows you to triangulate the physical location of a transmitter by taking measurements from multiple points. A protocol analyzer captures this parameter from received frames. While other parameters like SSID or MAC address help identify rogue APs, only signal strength gives you the directional and distance information needed for physical location. Stronger signal indicates you are closer to the AP.

Question 6 Domain 3 WLAN Security Design and Architecture

The IEEE 802.11 standard defined Open System authentication as consisting of two auth frames and two assoc frames. In a WPA2-Enterprise network, what process immediately follows the 802.11 association procedure?

Correct Answer B
Explanation After a device associates in WPA2-Enterprise, it cannot immediately send data. The next step is 802.1X authentication using EAP, which happens between the client, authenticator, and authentication server. This is where the client proves its credentials. Only after successful EAP authentication does the access point authorize the port and allow data traffic. This authentication step is mandatory before any user traffic can flow.

Question 7 Domain 2 Vulnerabilities, Threats, and Attacks

Given: The Aircrack-ng WLAN software tool can capture and transmit modified 802.11 frames over the wireless network. It comes pre-installed on Kali Linux and some other Linux distributions.

What are three uses for such a tool? (Choose 3)

Correct Answer A, B, D
Explanation Aircrack-ng is a penetration testing tool that security professionals use to evaluate wireless network defenses. Transmitting deauthentication frames tests whether an AP properly handles disconnect attempts and whether clients can be targeted. Auditing a WIPS means simulating real attacks to verify it detects them correctly. Cracking weak authentication or encryption processes identifies vulnerabilities that need remediation. These three options represent legitimate security testing activities. Other options like attacking users for malicious purposes or accessing networks without authorization would be unethical and illegal uses of the tool, not valid security assessment practices.
Study Guide

What the CWNP CWSP-207 Exam Covers

Exam domains verified against the Official CWNP CWSP-207 exam guide, last checked October 2026.

Domain 1 Security Policy

15%

This section covers WLAN security requirements, security policies, and security awareness training for all stakeholders. Learn how to establish and communicate security policies that protect wireless networks from internal and external threats.

Domain 2 Vulnerabilities, Threats, and Attacks

30%

This section focuses on risk analysis and risk mitigation procedures for wireless networks. Understand the types of threats that wireless networks face and develop practical strategies to identify and reduce security risks.

Sample questions from this domain above Q5Q7

Domain 3 WLAN Security Design and Architecture

45%

This section addresses encryption solutions, wireless monitoring solutions, and 802.11 Authentication and Key Management (AKM) components and processes. Design and implement secure wireless networks using appropriate authentication methods and encryption technologies.

Sample questions from this domain above Q1Q2Q3Q4Q6

Domain 4 Security Lifecycle Management

10%

This section covers security policy and configuration management, including documentation, approval, and notifications. Apply management practices throughout the lifecycle of identifying, assessing, protecting, and monitoring new technologies on the WLAN.

FAQ

CWSP-207 Exam FAQ

Common questions about the exam itself

What experience do I need before taking CWSP-207?
You must hold a current and valid CWNA certification before you can sit CWSP-207. The CWNA credential ensures you have foundational knowledge of wireless networking and 802.11 standards that CWSP assumes you already understand.
What score do I need to pass CWSP-207?
You need to score 70% or higher to pass the exam. Instructors attempting the exam must achieve 80% or higher.
How long is the CWSP-207 exam?
You have 90 minutes to complete 60 multiple choice questions. This works out to about 1.5 minutes per question, so time management is important.
Where can I take the CWSP-207 exam?
You can take the exam online proctored or at a Prometric testing center. The exam is delivered through CWNP Remote Proctored Exams or via Prometric worldwide testing centers.
What is the hardest part of CWSP-207?
WLAN Security Design and Architecture makes up 45% of the exam and covers encryption, AKM processes, and wireless monitoring solutions. Many candidates find this domain challenging because it requires both theoretical understanding and practical knowledge of how different security mechanisms work together.
How long does CWSP-207 certification stay valid?
Your CWSP certification is valid for three years from the date you pass the exam. After three years, you must retake the exam or earn a higher CWNP certification to maintain your status.
How do I renew my CWSP certification?
To recertify, you must pass the current CWSP exam and maintain a valid CWNA credential. Alternatively, you can advance to earn the CWNE certification, which also counts for three years.
How long should I study for CWSP-207?
Preparation time varies based on your background, but most candidates with CWNA experience and wireless security experience spend 4 to 8 weeks of focused study. The WLAN Security Design and Architecture domain typically requires the most study time.
What job role is CWSP-207 designed for?
CWSP is intended for wireless security professionals, network engineers, and IT security staff responsible for assessing network vulnerabilities, designing secure wireless networks, and implementing WLAN security policies and compliance monitoring.
How does CWSP-207 relate to other CWNP certifications?
CWSP is a professional level certification that builds on CWNA. To earn CWNE (Certified Wireless Network Expert), you must pass CWSP along with CWDP, CWAP, and CWISA exams. CWSP-207 is being retired at the end of 2025, with a new version coming after.

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