The correct answer is to create an automation rule that runs a playbook when an incident from the UEBA analytics rule is created, and configure the playbook to disable the user in Microsoft Entra ID. This works because UEBA itself only generates behavioral alerts; to automate UEBA response, you need an automation rule to bridge the gap between incident creation and action, with a playbook executing the actual disable command via the Microsoft Entra ID connector. On the SC-200 exam, this tests your understanding of the incident response pipeline—analytics rules detect, automation rules trigger, and playbooks act. A common trap is thinking UEBA can directly disable accounts, but it cannot; it only surfaces anomalies. Another pitfall is confusing watchlists (used for enrichment) with automated remediation. Memory tip: think of the three-layer cake—UEBA bakes the alert, automation rules slice it, and playbooks serve the fix.
SC-200 Respond to security incidents Practice Question
This SC-200 practice question tests your understanding of respond to security incidents. 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.
Your organization uses Microsoft Sentinel and has enabled UEBA (User and Entity Behavior Analytics). You notice a series of incidents involving anomalous logon times for a privileged user. You want to automate the response to disable the user's account in Microsoft Entra ID when such incidents are created. What should you configure?
Create an automation rule that runs a playbook when an incident from the UEBA analytics rule is created, and configure the playbook to disable the user in Microsoft Entra ID.
This is the correct automated response flow.
B
Create an analytics rule that triggers on UEBA anomalies and directly disables the user.
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Create an automation rule that runs a playbook when an incident from the UEBA analytics rule is created, and configure the playbook to disable the user in Microsoft Entra ID.
Option D is correct because an automation rule can trigger a playbook that uses the Microsoft Entra ID connector to disable a user. Option A is wrong because UEBA does not directly trigger actions. Option B is wrong because analytics rules create alerts, not direct account actions. Option C is wrong because watchlists are for enrichment.
Key principle: Authentication proves identity; authorization controls what that identity can do after login. Both must work for full privileged access.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
✓
Create an automation rule that runs a playbook when an incident from the UEBA analytics rule is created, and configure the playbook to disable the user in Microsoft Entra ID.
Why this is correct
This is the correct automated response flow.
Related concept
Authentication checks who the user is.
✗
Create an analytics rule that triggers on UEBA anomalies and directly disables the user.
Why it's wrong here
Analytics rules cannot directly disable users.
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Add the user to a watchlist and create a playbook that runs on a schedule.
Why it's wrong here
Scheduled playbooks are not event-driven.
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Configure UEBA to automatically disable the user when anomalous behavior is detected.
Why it's wrong here
UEBA does not have direct response actions.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: authentication is not authorization
Logging in proves the user can authenticate. It does not automatically mean the user is allowed to enter privileged or configuration mode. Watch for AAA authorization, privilege level and command authorization details.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This kind of question is testing the difference between identity and permission. A user may successfully log in to a router because authentication is working, but still fail to enter configuration mode because authorization is missing, misconfigured or mapped to a lower privilege level.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Authentication checks who the user is.
Authorization controls what the user is allowed to do after login.
Privilege levels affect access to EXEC and configuration commands.
AAA, TACACS+ and RADIUS can separate login success from command access.
TExam Day Tips
→Do not assume successful login means full administrative access.
→Look for words such as cannot enter configuration mode, privilege level, authorization or command access.
→Separate login problems from permission problems before choosing the answer.
Key takeaway
Authentication proves identity; authorization controls what that identity can do after login. Both must work for full privileged access.
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. Authentication proves identity; authorization controls what that identity can do after login. Both must work for full privileged access. Cloud exam questions reward reading the constraint carefully: the same technology can be right or wrong depending on the use case.
Related glossary terms
Concepts from this question explained
These glossary pages explain the core terms tested in this SC-200 question in full detail.
Review Cisco AAA concepts — authentication, authorization, and accounting. Study privilege levels (0–15), command authorization under TACACS+, and how RADIUS differs. Then practise related SC-200 questions on access control and AAA configuration.
Respond to security incidents — This question tests Respond to security incidents — Authentication checks who the user is..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Create an automation rule that runs a playbook when an incident from the UEBA analytics rule is created, and configure the playbook to disable the user in Microsoft Entra ID. — Option D is correct because an automation rule can trigger a playbook that uses the Microsoft Entra ID connector to disable a user. Option A is wrong because UEBA does not directly trigger actions. Option B is wrong because analytics rules create alerts, not direct account actions. Option C is wrong because watchlists are for enrichment.
What should I do if I get this SC-200 question wrong?
Review Cisco AAA concepts — authentication, authorization, and accounting. Study privilege levels (0–15), command authorization under TACACS+, and how RADIUS differs. Then practise related SC-200 questions on access control and AAA configuration.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Authentication checks who the user is.
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