A CREST credential still carries serious weight with employers in 2026, and the CREST Certified Tester - Infrastructure - Practical is your way in. Prepare with PracticeVCE and work through 0 practice questions built around the official CCTINF-P objectives.
CREST CCTINF-P Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | CREST |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | CREST Certified Tester – Infrastructure – Practical |
| Exam Number: | CCTINF-P |
| Exam Format: | Remote virtual environment (Kali Linux provided), Scenario-based tasks, Lab-based practical exam, Automated scoring |
| Related Certifications: | CREST Certified Tester - Infrastructure - Written (CCTINF-MCS) CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT) CREST Certified Tester - Application - Practical (CCTAPP-P) |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Real Exam Qty: | Scenario-based practical tasks |
| Passing Score: | 66% (120 out of 180 marks) |
| Exam Price: | Contact CREST or Pearson VUE for pricing (member/non-member rates apply) |
| Exam Duration: | 210 (includes 180 min exam + 20 min reading time) |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Recommended Training: | CREST Candidate Resources & Syllabus CREST Approved Training Providers |
| Exam Registration: | CREST CCT INF Exam Page Pearson VUE Registration & Scheduling |
| Exam Way: | Pearson VUE test centre delivered; remote lab-based via secure browser; Kali Linux environment provided; no personal laptops allowed; files may be pre-uploaded via CRESTDrive |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; CCTINF-P and CCTINF-MCS may be taken in any order. Recommended experience: 5–6+ years of infrastructure penetration testing. Passing both written and practical components is required to earn full CCT INF certification. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.crest-approved.org/skills-certifications-careers/crest-certified-infrastructure-tester/ |
CREST CCTINF-P Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
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| Topic 1: Network Infrastructure Assessment | - Network Reconnaissance & Enumeration
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| Topic 2: Microsoft Windows & Active Directory Security | - Exploitation & Post-Exploitation
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| Topic 3: Linux & Unix Security Assessment | - Linux Reconnaissance
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| Topic 4: Specialised Infrastructure Domains | - Databases & macOS
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| Topic 5: Methodology & Reporting | - Penetration Testing Workflow
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CCTINF-P Exam FAQ: Prep, Registration, and Policies Explained
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The CCTINF-P exam contains Scenario-based practical tasks questions and gives you 210 (includes 180 min exam + 20 min reading time) to complete them. That works out to a brisk pace, so you cannot afford to stall on a single tricky item — flag it, move on, and circle back if time allows. Before exam day, run at least two timed mock sessions with the PracticeVCE desktop or online test engine; practicing against a real clock turns the official time limit into a comfortable rhythm instead of a source of panic.
The CCTINF-P exam (full name: CREST Certified Tester - Infrastructure - Practical) is a CREST certification exam that leads to the CREST Certified Tester - Infrastructure (CCT INF) credential, positioned at the Advanced level. It validates the skills CREST expects from professionals working with its technologies, and passing it is the key step toward getting certified. It also sits within a broader certification path that includes CREST Certified Tester - Infrastructure - Written (CCTINF-MCS), CREST Certified Tester - Application - Practical (CCTAPP-P), CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT).
The CREST Certified Tester - Infrastructure - Practical exam is organized into 5 domains. The main areas include Microsoft Windows & Active Directory Security, Network Infrastructure Assessment, and Specialised Infrastructure Domains. Scroll up to the exam syllabus section on this page for the complete topic-by-topic outline.
No mandatory prerequisites; CCTINF-P and CCTINF-MCS may be taken in any order. Recommended experience: 5–6+ years of infrastructure penetration testing. Passing both written and practical components is required to earn full CCT INF certification.
Eligibility requirements can change, so before you register, confirm the latest criteria on the official CREST exam page.
To pass the CCTINF-P exam you need a score of 66% (120 out of 180 marks), and the official registration fee is Contact CREST or Pearson VUE for pricing (member/non-member rates apply). Keep in mind that a failed attempt comes at full price: retaking the exam means paying the entire fee again. A smart way to protect that investment is to self-test first — work through the 0 practice questions at PracticeVCE until your timed scores sit comfortably above the passing line before you book a seat.
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