- A
An auto-labeling policy and a sensitivity label with encryption configured
Auto-labeling policies automatically apply sensitivity labels based on conditions; the label must have encryption to meet the requirement.
- B
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policy and a sensitivity label
Why wrong: DLP policies do not apply labels; they can trigger actions like blocking, but labeling is done by auto-labeling policies.
- C
retention label and an auto-labeling policy
Why wrong: Retention labels are for lifecycle management, not encryption. The requirement specifically needs encryption.
- D
sensitive info type and a sensitivity label
Sensitive info types are used in rules, but the mechanism to apply the label automatically is an auto-labeling policy, not just the presence of a sensitive info type.
MS-102 Manage compliance by using Microsoft Purview Practice Question
This MS-102 practice question tests your understanding of manage compliance by using microsoft purview. 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. A key principle to apply: auto-labeling policies automatically apply sensitivity labels based on content conditions.. 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 compliance officer needs to automatically apply a sensitivity label that encrypts documents in SharePoint Online when the documents contain a custom regex pattern (e.g., employee ID). The labeling must occur automatically without requiring user interaction. Which two Microsoft Purview components must be configured? (Select the option that correctly identifies both components.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
An auto-labeling policy and a sensitivity label with encryption configured
Option A is correct because an auto-labeling policy in Microsoft Purview can automatically apply sensitivity labels to documents in SharePoint Online based on conditions such as the presence of a custom regex pattern. The sensitivity label must have encryption configured to enforce protection, and the auto-labeling policy triggers the labeling without user interaction.
Key principle: Auto-labeling policies automatically apply sensitivity labels based on content conditions.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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- ✓
An auto-labeling policy and a sensitivity label with encryption configured
Why this is correct
Auto-labeling policies automatically apply sensitivity labels based on conditions; the label must have encryption to meet the requirement.
Related concept
Auto-labeling policies automatically apply sensitivity labels based on content conditions.
- ✗
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policy and a sensitivity label
Why it's wrong here
DLP policies do not apply labels; they can trigger actions like blocking, but labeling is done by auto-labeling policies.
- ✗
retention label and an auto-labeling policy
Why it's wrong here
Retention labels are for lifecycle management, not encryption. The requirement specifically needs encryption.
- ✓
sensitive info type and a sensitivity label
Why this is correct
Sensitive info types are used in rules, but the mechanism to apply the label automatically is an auto-labeling policy, not just the presence of a sensitive info type.
Related concept
Auto-labeling policies automatically apply sensitivity labels based on content conditions.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The trap here is that candidates often confuse auto-labeling policies with DLP policies, thinking DLP can apply labels, but DLP only detects and blocks—it does not automatically apply sensitivity labels with encryption.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Auto-labeling policies use content scanning via the Microsoft 365 built-in classification engine, which processes documents at rest in SharePoint Online and applies the sensitivity label if the custom regex pattern is matched. The sensitivity label's encryption uses Azure Rights Management (Azure RMS) to protect the document, and the auto-labeling policy can be configured in simulation mode first to test detection before enforcement. A real-world scenario might involve automatically encrypting HR documents containing employee IDs to prevent unauthorized access, even if users forget to manually label them.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Auto-labeling policies automatically apply sensitivity labels based on content conditions.
- Sensitivity labels must be configured with encryption to protect document content.
- Custom regex patterns can be defined as conditions within auto-labeling policies.
- Auto-labeling policies eliminate the need for user interaction in label application.
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Key takeaway
Auto-labeling policies automatically apply sensitivity labels based on content conditions.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A cloud solutions architect for a retail company is evaluating services for a new workload. The correct answer here reflects best practice for the specific scenario described — not a general cloud recommendation. Auto-labeling policies automatically apply sensitivity labels based on content conditions. Cloud exam questions reward reading the constraint carefully: the same technology can be right or wrong depending on the use case.
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The correct answer is: An auto-labeling policy and a sensitivity label with encryption configured — Option A is correct because an auto-labeling policy in Microsoft Purview can automatically apply sensitivity labels to documents in SharePoint Online based on conditions such as the presence of a custom regex pattern. The sensitivity label must have encryption configured to enforce protection, and the auto-labeling policy triggers the labeling without user interaction.
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Auto-labeling policies automatically apply sensitivity labels based on content conditions.
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