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Linux Foundation Cilium-Associate Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Linux Foundation |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Cilium Certified Associate (CCA) |
| Exam Number: | Cilium-Associate |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Exam Price: | USD 250 |
| Exam Format: | Online proctored, Multiple-choice |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Related Certifications: | Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) |
| Recommended Training: | Introduction to Cilium (LFS146) |
| Exam Registration: | Linux Foundation CCA Exam Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online, remotely proctored exam. |
| Pre Condition: | No prerequisites. Linux Foundation recommends Kubernetes and basic networking knowledge, including the OSI 7-layer model and basic TCP, UDP, DNS, and HTTP concepts. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://training.linuxfoundation.org/certification/cilium-certified-associate-cca/ |
Linux Foundation Cilium-Associate Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Cluster Mesh | 10% | - Multi-Cluster Connectivity - Service Discovery and Load Balancing |
| Topic 2: Architecture | 20% | - IP Address Management and Datapath Models - Cilium Architecture and Components |
| Topic 3: eBPF | 10% | - eBPF and iptables-Based Networking - eBPF Role and Benefits |
| Topic 4: BGP and External Networking | 6% | - Egress Connectivity - Connecting Cilium Clusters to External Networks |
| Topic 5: Installation and Configuration | 10% | - Installation and Connectivity Testing - Cilium CLI and Configuration |
| Topic 6: Network Observability | 10% | - Hubble and Layer 7 Visibility - Hubble CLI and UI |
| Topic 7: Network Policy | 18% | - Policy Rules and Enforcement - Identity-Based Network Security |
| Topic 8: Service Mesh | 16% | - Ingress and Gateway API - Traffic Encryption and Service Mesh Architectures |
Frequently Asked Questions About Linux Foundation Cilium Certified AssociateCCA
Linux Foundation Cilium Certified AssociateCCA is an official Linux Foundation exam, catalogued under the code Cilium-Associate. Passing it awards the Cilium Certified Associate (CCA) certification at the Associate level. It also links to Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), which broadens its career value. Qualifying exams exist to prove ability in a measurable way, and this one proves yours against the vendor's own standard.
No prerequisites. Linux Foundation recommends Kubernetes and basic networking knowledge, including the OSI 7-layer model and basic TCP, UDP, DNS, and HTTP concepts.
Since vendor requirements are revised periodically, confirm the current conditions before registering on the official exam page.
Registration for Linux Foundation Cilium Certified AssociateCCA runs through the official channels below.
One scheduling note: the exam is delivered Online, remotely proctored exam..
Linux Foundation recommends the following training for Linux Foundation Cilium Certified AssociateCCA candidates.
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The Linux Foundation Cilium Certified AssociateCCA exam is divided into 8 domains. The most prominent are Architecture (20%), Cluster Mesh (10%), and Network Observability (10%). The complete outline is above on this page; candidates who know the map waste far less time getting to the destination.
Linux Foundation Cilium Certified AssociateCCA Sample Questions:
When considering changing an existing cluster's IPAM (IP address management) mode, what is the safest path?
- A. Directly modify the IPAM configuration of the existing cluster.
- B. Install a fresh Kubernetes cluster with a new IPAM configuration.
- C. Update the IPAM mode through Kubernetes Node resource.
- D. Change the IPAM mode and restart the Cilium Agents.
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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You are creating a Cilium network policy for pods with the label app: frontend . The policy should allow all pods with that label to communicate with destinations inside 192.168.e.e/24 and using TCP on port 8888.
For example:
# Traffic to 192.168.9.23:8888 should be allowed
# Traffic to 192.168.10.5:8888 should be denied.
# Traffic to 192.168.9.12:5606 should be denied.
Which of the following policies is correct?
A)
Option A
B)
Option B
C)
Option C
D)
Option D
- A. Option C
- B. Option A
- C. Option B
- D. Option D
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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What is true about Layer 7 protocol visibility in Cilium?
- A. It results in traffic being proxied through an Envoy instance.
- B. It supports any Layer 7 protocols, including SSH, Telnet and FTP.
- C. It can be enabled by deploying a standard Kubernetes network policy.
- D. DNS visibility in available in the ingress direction only.
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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Which component, when available, is able to handle IPAM requests?
- A. Cilium Agent
- B. Cilium API Server
- C. Cilium Operator
- D. Cilium CNIPIugin
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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The application team would like to observe egress traffic with application level information for workloads running in a Cilium based Kubernetes Cluster Which features would offer this without the need for additional tooling?
- A. Hubble Ul and CLI
- B. Kubernetes Network Policies
- C. Fluentd and Grafana
- D. Cilium Load Balancing
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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