Hi,

I have just been given a code to register for the CEH exam at a test centre, and take the self study route.

Couple of questions i have, How long is this code valid for, ideally now i know i can take the exam, i would like to spend 6 months or so studying now, then register for the exam?

Also is version 6 of the exam likely to be released within the next 6 months? Or am i find using all the current material.

Many thanks,

I did the CEHv5 self paced study a few months ago and my exam code expired on December 31, 2007. I had something from the training center that said when it expired.

I agree with BillV, the v6 course is probably going to be coming out very soon, so you might want to plan on taking the exam sooner than 6 months from now. I would pick up a copy of The Official Certified Ethical Hacker Review Guide, you could be ready to take the exam in a week or two, and definitely try a practice exam or two.

Good luck on the exam!

I would check with the testing center and see when the CEHv5 exam is supposed to retire, just to be safe.

How much differences between one version and the other, say ceh4, and 5? what would be the advantages of taking the latest exam? longer certification period? are the exam engines themselves different?

Also keep in mind that the newer exams will have newer information.
The CEHv6 is supposed to have 28 modules that weren't covered in CEHv5.

Thanks alot for the help, V5 it is Time to start the cramming although i hear some people do these certs in a couple of weeks, i prefer to spread them out of a couple of months and get involved in the practicle side of things, makes them alot more interesting that way IMO and i learn alot more than just passing an exam.