MD-102 Protect devices Practice Question
Exhibit
Refer to the exhibit.
{
"@odata.type": "#microsoft.graph.windows10CompliancePolicy",
"description": "Windows 10 compliance policy",
"passwordRequired": true,
"passwordMinimumLength": 8,
"passwordRequiredType": "deviceDefault",
"requireSecureBoot": true,
"requireDeviceEncryption": true,
"requireCodeIntegrity": true
}Refer to the exhibit. The Intune device compliance policy shown is assigned to a group of Windows 10 devices. A user reports that their device is marked as noncompliant. The device has a password set, BitLocker enabled, Secure Boot on, and code integrity (HVCI) enabled. What is the most likely reason?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many candidates assume any sign-in method (including biometrics) satisfies the 'password' requirement, but Intune strictly distinguishes between password/PIN and biometric credentials for compliance evaluation.
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
✓
The device uses a biometric sign-in method instead of a password
The device has a password set, but the compliance policy likely requires a 'password' type credential, not a biometric one. In Intune, the 'Require a password to unlock mobile devices' setting specifically checks for a numeric or alphanumeric password, not biometric methods like Windows Hello face or fingerprint. If the user relies solely on biometric sign-in without a fallback password, the device is marked noncompliant.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Secure Boot is not properly configured in UEFI
Why it's wrong here
The device has Secure Boot enabled.
- ✓
The device uses a biometric sign-in method instead of a password
Why this is correct
"deviceDefault" may require a password; biometrics alone may not satisfy.
- ✗
Code integrity (HVCI) is not enabled
Why it's wrong here
HVCI is enabled as per user.
- ✗
Device encryption is using a software-based method
Why it's wrong here
BitLocker is enabled; software encryption is acceptable.
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Enrolling Devices with Microsoft Intune
Key term
Policy
A policy is a set of rules or guidelines that defines how an organization manages, secures, and operates its IT systems and services.
Key term
Compliance policy
A compliance policy is a set of rules that ensures devices, users, and applications meet an organization's security and regulatory requirements before they can access corporate resources.
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