GIAC (SANS) · AI security · Intermediate
GIAC Offensive AI Analyst
GIAC practitioner certification on how attackers use AI: reconnaissance, vulnerability discovery, malware, phishing and bypassing guardrails.
- Who it is for
- Not stated on the page; a practitioner-level certification.
- Prerequisites
- Not stated on the provider page. Check the provider.
- Format
- One proctored web-based exam, 56 questions, 2 hours, minimum pass 67% (versions released on or after 2026-01-24). 120 days from activation.
- Cost
- Not stated on the provider page. Check the provider.
- Renewal
- Renewal link given; CPE requirements for this certification not stated.
What it covers
- AI-powered reconnaissance and OSINT automation
- AI-aided vulnerability discovery, patch diffing and exploit generation
- Malware development with AI
- Bypassing security controls and guardrails
- AI-driven phishing
- Legal, ethical and OPSEC considerations
Course name and code not stated on the page.
Practise the skills
Practice only: PlayCISO does not award or accredit this credential.
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