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An organization has connected a Palo Alto Networks firewall to Microsoft Sentinel using the Common Event Format (CEF) connector via a Linux log forwarder. The analyst notices that some expected firewall logs are missing in Sentinel. Which troubleshooting step should be performed first to check if the logs are reaching the Sentinel workspace?
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Why each option matters
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A
Best answer
Run a KQL query in the Sentinel Logs workspace: CommonSecurityLog | where TimeGenerated > ago(1h) | take 10
This query quickly reveals if any CommonSecurityLog records have been ingested in the last hour, indicating logs are reaching the workspace.
B
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Check the firewall configuration to ensure syslog forwarding is enabled and pointing to the correct Linux forwarder
While essential, this is a second step after confirming logs are not present in Sentinel.
C
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Verify network connectivity between the firewall and the Linux forwarder on port 514 (or the configured port)
Connectivity checks are important but a log presence check is simpler and more direct.
D
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Restart the Log Analytics agent on the Linux forwarder
Restarting the agent should be a last resort after verifying configuration and log flow.
Common exam trap
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.
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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.
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FAQ
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What does this SC-200 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Run a KQL query in the Sentinel Logs workspace: CommonSecurityLog | where TimeGenerated > ago(1h) | take 10 — To verify if logs are being sent from the firewall to the log forwarder and then to Sentinel, the most direct approach is to check the data connector's status in Sentinel. The connector page often shows the ingestion status and logs received. Also, using a sample KQL query (e.g., CommonSecurityLog | where TimeGenerated > ago(1h) | take 10) from the Logs workspace is the fastest way to see if logs are present. Option A is correct. Option B (checking firewall config) is too broad and time-consuming. Option C (checking connectivity) might be needed later, but starting with data presence is quicker. Option D (restarting the agent) is a drastic step without root cause.
What should I do if I get this SC-200 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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