- A
Collect a system memory snapshot from the Microsoft 365 Defender portal
Why wrong: Incorrect. The Microsoft 365 Defender portal requires the device to be online; it cannot collect a memory snapshot from an offline device.
- B
Use Live Response to run a memory dump collector on the device
Why wrong: Incorrect. Live Response requires the device to be online and connected to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint; it is not functional for offline devices.
- C
Initiate a memory dump from the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint portal
Why wrong: Incorrect. Initiating a memory dump from the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint portal requires the device to be online.
- D
Use Sysinternals Suite to capture a memory dump locally
Correct. Sysinternals Suite tools (such as procdump) can be executed locally on the server to capture a memory dump without any network requirement, making it suitable for an offline device.
Collecting a Memory Dump from an Offline Windows Server with MDE Live Response
This SC-200 practice question tests your understanding of respond to security incidents. 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 an incident response, a forensic investigator needs to collect a memory dump from a compromised Windows server that is still running. The server has Microsoft Defender for Endpoint installed but is not connected to the internet. Which method should the investigator use?
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
Use Sysinternals Suite to capture a memory dump locally
Option D is correct because Sysinternals Suite (e.g., using procdump or livekd) can capture a memory dump locally without requiring network connectivity. This is appropriate for an offline, compromised Windows server. Option A is incorrect because the Microsoft 365 Defender portal requires the device to be online. Option B is incorrect because Live Response requires an active connection to the device and is not available for offline devices. Option C is incorrect because the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint portal also requires the device to be online.
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.
- ✗
Collect a system memory snapshot from the Microsoft 365 Defender portal
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. The Microsoft 365 Defender portal requires the device to be online; it cannot collect a memory snapshot from an offline device.
- ✗
Use Live Response to run a memory dump collector on the device
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Live Response requires the device to be online and connected to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint; it is not functional for offline devices.
- ✗
Initiate a memory dump from the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint portal
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Initiating a memory dump from the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint portal requires the device to be online.
- ✓
Use Sysinternals Suite to capture a memory dump locally
Why this is correct
Correct. Sysinternals Suite tools (such as procdump) can be executed locally on the server to capture a memory dump without any network requirement, making it suitable for an offline device.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
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.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- 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.
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What does this SC-200 question test?
Respond to security incidents — This question tests Respond to security incidents — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Use Sysinternals Suite to capture a memory dump locally — Option D is correct because Sysinternals Suite (e.g., using procdump or livekd) can capture a memory dump locally without requiring network connectivity. This is appropriate for an offline, compromised Windows server. Option A is incorrect because the Microsoft 365 Defender portal requires the device to be online. Option B is incorrect because Live Response requires an active connection to the device and is not available for offline devices. Option C is incorrect because the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint portal also requires the device to be online.
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Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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2 more ways this is tested on SC-200
These questions test the same concept from different angles. Work through them to make sure you can recognise it however the exam phrases it.
Variation 1. During a security incident response, you need to collect forensic evidence from a Windows 10 device that is suspected to be compromised. The device is not domain-joined and is located in a remote office. You have remote administrative access. Which Microsoft 365 tool should you use to acquire a memory dump of the device?
easy- A.Microsoft Sentinel
- B.Microsoft Purview eDiscovery
- C.Microsoft Intune
- ✓ D.Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Why D: Option D is correct because Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) includes Live Response capabilities that allow authorized administrators to remotely connect to a Windows 10 device and collect forensic data, including memory dumps. Option A is incorrect because Microsoft Sentinel is a SIEM and SOAR platform, not a tool for direct endpoint forensic collection. Option B is incorrect because Microsoft Purview eDiscovery is designed for content searches and legal holds in Microsoft 365, not live memory acquisition. Option C is incorrect because Microsoft Intune focuses on device management, policy enforcement, and application deployment, not live forensic evidence collection.
Variation 2. During an incident response, you need to collect a forensic image of a Windows 10 device managed by Microsoft Intune. Which Microsoft Defender XDR feature should you use?
easy- A.Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
- B.Microsoft Purview eDiscovery
- ✓ C.Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Live Response
- D.Microsoft Sentinel
Why C: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Live Response (Option C) is the correct feature because it provides a remote shell connection to a Windows 10 device, allowing an incident responder to collect a forensic image by running commands such as `getfile` or `putfile` to acquire disk or memory artifacts. This capability is specifically designed for live incident response on Intune-managed endpoints, enabling acquisition of forensic data without requiring physical access or pre-staged imaging tools.
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