CHFI (EC-Council Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator) — Free Online Mock Test
CHFI · 150 Q in 240m. Digital forensics process, OS/file-system & network forensics, anti-forensics, malware & mobile/cloud forensics, reporting. · Official language: English.
CHFI exam at a glance
CHFI key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | EC-Council |
|---|---|
| Official website | eccouncil.org ↗ |
| Mode | The Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI, exam 312-49) — an EC-Council certification in digital forensics: identifying, preserving, acquiring, analysing and reporting digital evidence in a legally sound manner. It is a computer-based exam delivered via the ECC Exam Portal (also available through Pearson VUE). |
| Frequency | Offered year-round by appointment. |
| Scoring & marking | The exam has 150 multiple-choice questions in 4 hours. EC-Council uses a variable (cut) passing score set per exam form (typically in the 60–85% range), so there is no single fixed pass percentage. It covers the forensic investigation process, disks and file systems, data acquisition, anti-forensics, OS/network/malware/web/cloud/mobile forensics and more. |
| Score validity | EC-Council certifications are valid for 3 years and maintained through the EC-Council Continuing Education (ECE) scheme. |
| Language | English. |
Who is eligible for CHFI?
Either attend official EC-Council-authorised CHFI training, or apply via the experience route with at least two years of information-security work experience (with an eligibility application).
Last verified July 2026 against EC-Council — CHFI. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
CHFI section breakdown
The CHFI mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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CHFI (60 Q)
CHFI scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: CHFI has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: CHFI (pass 700/1000).
How CHFI is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
CHFI time strategy
With 60 questions in 240 minutes, you have about 240 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- CHFI (60 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
CHFI topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of CHFI, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
CHFI (60 Q)
- Scanning — Nmap · 12
- Web — SQLi · 6
- Web — XSS · 6
- Recon — OSINT · 4
- Recon — Passive · 2
- Recon — Active · 2
- Recon — Subdomain · 2
- Scanning — Vulnerability · 2
CHFI difficulty calibration
Elite tier. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months.
CHFI · 150 Q in 240m. Digital forensics process, OS/file-system & network forensics, anti-forensics, malware & mobile/cloud forensics, reporting. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's CHFI bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for CHFI
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
- Free to start
Expert take: what CHFI really tests
The Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI, exam 312-49), from EC-Council, certifies digital-forensics skills — collecting, preserving, analysing and reporting digital evidence in a legally sound way. It has 150 multiple-choice questions in 4 hours; EC-Council uses a variable (cut) passing score set per exam form (typically 60–85%), so there is no single fixed pass percentage. Eligibility is via authorised training or two years’ information-security experience, and the certification is valid for three years.
Preparation tips
- Master the whole forensic process — disk, network, mobile and cloud.
- Because the pass mark varies by form, aim to be strong across every domain.
- Choose the training or experience eligibility route before applying.
⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid
- Chasing a fixed "70%" pass mark — the cut score varies by exam form.
- Neglecting anti-forensics and cloud/mobile forensics topics.
CHFI study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- 150 multiple-choice questions in 4 hours
- Variable (cut) passing score per form
- Two eligibility routes — training or 2+ years’ experience
- Investigation process, disks and file systems
- Data acquisition and anti-forensics
- OS, network, malware, web, cloud and mobile forensics
- Full CHFI practice exams
- Review weak forensic domains
- Since the pass mark varies by form, master everything
Where CHFI can take you
A strong CHFI result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Digital forensics investigator
- 3-year validity
Best books & official prep for CHFI
- CHFI courseware & study guides — EC-Council / Various
- CHFI practice tests — Various
Official practice: Prepare from the official EC-Council CHFI courseware on eccouncil.org; the pass mark is a variable cut score per form, so aim to master every forensics domain.
Previous-year papers: EC-Council provides exam blueprints; commercial CHFI practice tests are widely used.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the CHFI exam pattern?
- EC-Council Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator contains 60 questions across 1 section: CHFI (60 Q). Total duration is 240 minutes (about 240 seconds per question).
- Does CHFI have negative marking?
- No — CHFI has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is CHFI scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. CHFI (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise CHFI online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length CHFI mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of CHFI?
- CHFI is rated Elite difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months. CHFI · 150 Q in 240m. Digital forensics process, OS/file-system & network forensics, anti-forensics, malware & mobile/cloud forensics, reporting. · Official language: English.
- How long is the CHFI exam?
- CHFI runs for 240 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in CHFI?
- CHFI is split into: CHFI (60 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. CHFI · 150 Q in 240m. Digital forensics process, OS/file-system & network forensics, anti-forensics, malware & mobile/cloud forensics, reporting. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during CHFI?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the CHFI test adaptive?
- No — CHFI is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many CHFI mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct CHFI variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 3000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free CHFI test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge CHFI test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are CHFI previous year question–style papers included?
- Every CHFI mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 60-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free CHFI mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's CHFI mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the CHFI mock test on mobile?
- Yes. CHFI mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the CHFI syllabus?
- The CHFI syllabus maps to its 1 section: CHFI (60 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for CHFI?
- Eligibility for CHFI — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic CHFI practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the CHFI exam and how should I prepare?
- Official CHFI exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free CHFI mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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