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You are building an Azure Logic App that must call an external API that uses the OAuth 2.0 authorization code grant. The API requires the user to sign in interactively to grant consent. You want to minimize development effort and securely manage the token lifecycle. Which built-in action and authentication method should you use?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
Best answer
Use the 'HTTP' action with 'OAuth 2.0' authentication and configure the authorization endpoint, client ID, and client secret.
Correct. The HTTP action's OAuth2 authentication supports the authorization code grant, including interactive user consent.
B
Distractor review
Use the 'HTTP + Swagger' action with 'Identity Provider' authentication.
The HTTP + Swagger action is used for APIs with a Swagger definition, not specifically for OAuth2 with interactive flow.
C
Distractor review
Use the 'API Connection' action with a custom connector that uses OAuth 2.0.
Custom connectors are more complex to create and maintain, and are not necessary for a simple OAuth2 call.
D
Distractor review
Use the 'HTTP' action with 'Managed identity' authentication.
Managed identity is used for non-interactive authentication to Azure resources, not for interactive user consent.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: authentication is not authorization
Logging in proves the user can authenticate. It does not automatically mean the user is allowed to enter privileged or configuration mode. Watch for AAA authorization, privilege level and command authorization details.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
This kind of question is testing the difference between identity and permission. A user may successfully log in to a router because authentication is working, but still fail to enter configuration mode because authorization is missing, misconfigured or mapped to a lower privilege level.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Authentication checks who the user is.
- Authorization controls what the user is allowed to do after login.
- Privilege levels affect access to EXEC and configuration commands.
- AAA, TACACS+ and RADIUS can separate login success from command access.
TExam Day Tips
- Do not assume successful login means full administrative access.
- Look for words such as cannot enter configuration mode, privilege level, authorization or command access.
- Separate login problems from permission problems before choosing the answer.
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FAQ
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What does this AZ-204 question test?
Authentication checks who the user is.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Use the 'HTTP' action with 'OAuth 2.0' authentication and configure the authorization endpoint, client ID, and client secret. — The HTTP action in Azure Logic Apps supports an 'OAuth 2.0' authentication type. When configured with the authorization endpoint, client ID, and client secret, it handles the interactive authorization code flow, prompting the user to sign in and consent. This method securely manages the token lifecycle without requiring custom code. Managed identity is for non-interactive scenarios. Custom connectors add complexity. The HTTP + Swagger action is not necessary.
What should I do if I get this AZ-204 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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