- A
A virtual machine missing the Log Analytics agent
Built-in policy can deploy the Log Analytics agent extension automatically.
- B
A user creating a new Azure subscription
Why wrong: Subscription creation is not typically remediated by policy.
- C
A SQL database with advanced data security disabled
Why wrong: Enabling advanced data security may require manual action or custom remediation.
- D
A storage account with public network access enabled
Why wrong: While policies exist, auto-remediation often requires custom Logic Apps; built-in remediation may not directly disable public access.
Question 520 of 1,000
CCSP Cloud Security Operations Practice Question
This CCSP practice question tests your understanding of cloud security operations. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A company uses Azure Policy with remediation tasks to automatically fix non-compliant resources. Which scenario can be automatically remediated using a built-in policy?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
A virtual machine missing the Log Analytics agent
The built-in Azure Policy 'Deploy Log Analytics agent to Windows VMs' includes a remediation task that automatically installs the Log Analytics agent on existing VMs that are missing it. This is a DeployIfNotExists policy effect, which triggers a remediation task to correct non-compliance without manual intervention.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
A virtual machine missing the Log Analytics agent
Why this is correct
Built-in policy can deploy the Log Analytics agent extension automatically.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
A user creating a new Azure subscription
Why it's wrong here
Subscription creation is not typically remediated by policy.
- ✗
A SQL database with advanced data security disabled
Why it's wrong here
Enabling advanced data security may require manual action or custom remediation.
- ✗
A storage account with public network access enabled
Why it's wrong here
While policies exist, auto-remediation often requires custom Logic Apps; built-in remediation may not directly disable public access.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Cisco often tests the distinction between policy effects (Audit, Deny, DeployIfNotExists) and which ones support automatic remediation, leading candidates to assume any non-compliance can be auto-fixed if a policy exists, but only DeployIfNotExists and Modify effects enable remediation tasks.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Azure Policy remediation tasks rely on the DeployIfNotExists or Modify policy effects, which trigger a managed identity to deploy a resource or modify a configuration. For the Log Analytics agent, the policy uses a template deployment to install the Microsoft Monitoring Agent extension via the Azure VM agent, which communicates over HTTPS to the Log Analytics workspace. A subtle behavior is that remediation tasks only apply to existing resources; newly created resources are evaluated at creation time and may require a separate policy with a DeployIfNotExists effect to trigger immediate deployment.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A security team runs a vulnerability scan on a web application and discovers an unpatched SQL injection flaw. The team prioritises remediation by CVSS score — critical flaws are patched within 24 hours, high within 7 days. Questions like this test whether you understand vulnerability management processes, scanning tools, and remediation prioritisation.
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What does this CCSP question test?
Cloud Security Operations — This question tests Cloud Security Operations — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: A virtual machine missing the Log Analytics agent — The built-in Azure Policy 'Deploy Log Analytics agent to Windows VMs' includes a remediation task that automatically installs the Log Analytics agent on existing VMs that are missing it. This is a DeployIfNotExists policy effect, which triggers a remediation task to correct non-compliance without manual intervention.
What should I do if I get this CCSP question wrong?
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What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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Last reviewed: Jul 4, 2026
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