- A
Configure a device compliance policy to require Device Health Attestation (DHA) and set the action for non-compliance to 'Quarantine device'.
Why wrong: DHA does not run scans; it only checks boot integrity.
- B
Create a device compliance policy that marks devices with active threats as non-compliant, and configure the non-compliance action to 'Retire device' and 'Send notification'.
Retire action can be used to isolate and remediate, but a more accurate answer would be to use the 'Quarantine' action; however, Intune's compliance policy can trigger MDE's automatic investigation and remediation. In practice, you would use MDE's automated investigation and remediation capabilities, which can be triggered by compliance policy. Option D is the closest correct answer.
- C
Enable Windows Defender Firewall with advanced security and create an inbound rule to block all traffic.
Why wrong: Firewall does not run scans or provide automatic remediation.
- D
Configure AppLocker to block all apps and set the action to 'Run antivirus scan'.
Why wrong: AppLocker does not have a 'Run antivirus scan' action.
Quick Answer
The answer is to create a device compliance policy that marks devices with active threats as non-compliant, then configure the non-compliance action to 'Retire device' and 'Send notification'. This works because Intune’s compliance policy integrates directly with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) to detect active threats; when a device has a malware infection, it is automatically flagged as non-compliant, triggering the retire action to isolate it from corporate resources and the notification to alert the security team, meeting the automatic threat remediation requirement. On the MD-102 exam, this scenario tests your understanding of how Intune compliance policies serve as a conditional access gatekeeper for endpoint security, often appearing as a distractor where candidates mistakenly choose a device configuration profile or a conditional access policy instead. A common trap is thinking you need a separate script or third-party tool, but the built-in MDE integration handles detection and remediation natively. Memory tip: think “Compliance = Condition + Action” — the condition is the active threat, the action is retire and notify.
MD-102 Manage, maintain, and protect devices Practice Question
This MD-102 practice question tests your understanding of manage, maintain, and protect devices. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. 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.
You are a Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator for a medium-sized company that uses Intune to manage Windows 10 and iOS devices. The company recently experienced a malware outbreak on several Windows 10 devices. The security team wants to implement a solution that can automatically remediate threats on Windows 10 devices by isolating them from the network and running a full antivirus scan. They also want to be alerted when a threat is detected. You have already configured Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) and devices are onboarded. What should you configure in Intune to meet these requirements?
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
Create a device compliance policy that marks devices with active threats as non-compliant, and configure the non-compliance action to 'Retire device' and 'Send notification'.
Option B is correct because it leverages Intune's device compliance policy to detect active threats via Microsoft Defender for Endpoint integration. When a device has an active threat, it is marked as non-compliant, and the configured non-compliance action 'Retire device' ensures the device is isolated from corporate resources, while 'Send notification' alerts the security team. This meets the requirements for automatic remediation and alerting without additional manual steps.
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.
- ✗
Configure a device compliance policy to require Device Health Attestation (DHA) and set the action for non-compliance to 'Quarantine device'.
Why it's wrong here
DHA does not run scans; it only checks boot integrity.
- ✓
Create a device compliance policy that marks devices with active threats as non-compliant, and configure the non-compliance action to 'Retire device' and 'Send notification'.
Why this is correct
Retire action can be used to isolate and remediate, but a more accurate answer would be to use the 'Quarantine' action; however, Intune's compliance policy can trigger MDE's automatic investigation and remediation. In practice, you would use MDE's automated investigation and remediation capabilities, which can be triggered by compliance policy. Option D is the closest correct answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Enable Windows Defender Firewall with advanced security and create an inbound rule to block all traffic.
Why it's wrong here
Firewall does not run scans or provide automatic remediation.
- ✗
Configure AppLocker to block all apps and set the action to 'Run antivirus scan'.
Why it's wrong here
AppLocker does not have a 'Run antivirus scan' action.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The trap here is that candidates confuse 'Quarantine device' (a compliance action that only blocks resource access) with the actual network isolation and remediation workflow, or they mistakenly think AppLocker or Firewall rules can replace MDE's automated threat response.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Intune's compliance policy integrates with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint via the 'Require the device to be at or under the machine risk score' setting, which evaluates the threat level reported by MDE. When a device exceeds the threshold (e.g., medium, high, or severe), it becomes non-compliant, and the 'Retire' action triggers a remote wipe and removes the device from Intune management, effectively isolating it from corporate data. The 'Send notification' action uses Intune's built-in notification channels (e.g., email or company portal) to alert administrators, while the actual antivirus scan is handled by MDE's automated investigation and remediation capabilities, not by Intune itself.
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
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Manage, maintain, and protect devices — This question tests Manage, maintain, and protect devices — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Create a device compliance policy that marks devices with active threats as non-compliant, and configure the non-compliance action to 'Retire device' and 'Send notification'. — Option B is correct because it leverages Intune's device compliance policy to detect active threats via Microsoft Defender for Endpoint integration. When a device has an active threat, it is marked as non-compliant, and the configured non-compliance action 'Retire device' ensures the device is isolated from corporate resources, while 'Send notification' alerts the security team. This meets the requirements for automatic remediation and alerting without additional manual steps.
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