Quick Answer
The answer is summarize with make_list, because this KQL function is specifically designed to aggregate similar PowerShell commands into a single array, enabling you to identify recurring patterns across multiple workstations. While search performs raw text scanning, project selects columns, and extend adds computed columns, only summarize with make_list groups identical or similar command strings into a list per aggregation key—such as a user or device—making it ideal for threat hunting where you need to spot repeated suspicious cmdlets like Invoke-Expression or New-Object Net.WebClient. On the SC-200 exam, this question tests your ability to choose the right KQL operator for pattern detection in Microsoft Sentinel, often appearing in scenarios involving lateral movement or script-based attacks. A common trap is confusing extend with summarize, but remember: extend adds a new column per row, whereas summarize collapses rows into groups. Memory tip: think of “summarize” as “sum up the evidence” and “make_list” as “pack the clues into a list.”
This SC-200 practice question tests your understanding of perform threat hunting. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. 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.
During a threat hunt, you discover suspicious PowerShell commands executed on multiple workstations. Which KQL function in Microsoft Sentinel is most effective for aggregating similar commands to identify a pattern?
summarize
Aggregates events by common fields like command hash.
extend
Why wrong: Adds calculated columns, no aggregation.
search
Why wrong: Searches for text across tables, no aggregation.
project
Why wrong: Selects columns, no aggregation.
Answer choices
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Correct answer & explanation
summarize
Option C is correct because summarize with make_list groups similar events. Option A is wrong because search is for raw text. Option B is wrong because project is for column selection. Option D is wrong because extend adds computed columns.
Key principle: NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
summarize
Why this is correct
Aggregates events by common fields like command hash.
Related concept
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
extend
Why it's wrong here
Adds calculated columns, no aggregation.
search
Why it's wrong here
Searches for text across tables, no aggregation.
project
Why it's wrong here
Selects columns, no aggregation.
Common exam traps
NAT is not only about the public address. The inside/outside interface roles and the ACL or rule that matches traffic are just as important.
Detailed technical explanation
NAT questions usually test address translation, overload/PAT behaviour, static mappings and whether the right traffic is being translated. Read the interface direction and address terms carefully.
Key takeaway
NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
Real-world example
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Perform threat hunting — This question tests Perform threat hunting — Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address..
The correct answer is: summarize — Option C is correct because summarize with make_list groups similar events. Option A is wrong because search is for raw text. Option B is wrong because project is for column selection. Option D is wrong because extend adds computed columns.
Review the four NAT address types (inside local, inside global, outside local, outside global), PAT port overload, and static vs dynamic NAT use cases. Then practise related SC-200 NAT questions on configuration and troubleshooting.
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
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