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A security team uses Microsoft Defender for Cloud to monitor the security posture of their Azure environment. They want to ensure that the Log Analytics agent is automatically installed on all new Azure virtual machines as soon as they are provisioned, to collect security logs. Which feature should they enable in Defender for Cloud?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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A
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Data Collection Rules (DCR) in Azure Monitor.
DCRs define how data is collected after the agent is installed, but do not install the agent.
B
Best answer
Auto-provisioning of the Log Analytics agent in Defender for Cloud's environment settings.
This setting automatically installs the agent on new VMs and monitors for compliance.
C
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Azure Policy 'Deploy Log Analytics agent for Linux/Windows VM'.
This is an Azure Policy initiative, not a Defender for Cloud-specific feature, though it can achieve the same result.
D
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Use Azure Automation State Configuration.
State Configuration is for configuration management, not agent deployment.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
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How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
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.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- 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.
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this AZ-500 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Auto-provisioning of the Log Analytics agent in Defender for Cloud's environment settings. — Defender for Cloud has a built-in auto-provisioning setting that automatically installs the Log Analytics agent on new and existing VMs. This can be enabled in the environment settings. While Azure Policy can also deploy the agent, the question specifically asks for a Defender for Cloud feature.
What should I do if I get this AZ-500 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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