Quick Answer
The answer is the DNS (Preview) via AMA data connector, because it is specifically designed to ingest DNS query logs from Windows DNS servers into Microsoft Sentinel, enabling detection of resolutions to malicious C2 domains. When a malware variant communicates over HTTPS to a command-and-control server, the initial DNS resolution to that domain is captured in these logs, allowing a custom detection rule to trigger on the domain name before any encrypted traffic occurs. On the SC-200 exam, this question tests your understanding of which data sources map to specific detection scenarios—a common trap is confusing DNS logs with Windows Security Events, which record logons rather than network resolutions. Remember that for C2 domain detection, you need the DNS connector, not Azure Activity or Office 365 logs. A helpful memory tip: “DNS for domains, Security for sign-ins”—if the hunt involves domain resolution, always think DNS.
This SC-200 practice question tests your understanding of perform threat hunting. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. 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 a previously unknown malware variant that communicates over HTTPS to a command-and-control (C2) server. You want to create a custom detection in Microsoft Sentinel that triggers when any device in the organization resolves the C2 domain via DNS. Which data connector should you ensure is enabled?
DNS (Preview) via AMA
The DNS connector ingests DNS query logs for detection.
Azure Activity
Why wrong: Azure Activity logs do not contain DNS queries from on-premises devices.
Office 365 (Preview)
Why wrong: Office 365 logs do not include DNS queries.
Windows Security Events via AMA
Why wrong: Security events do not include DNS query details.
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
DNS (Preview) via AMA
Option B is correct because the DNS connector in Microsoft Sentinel ingests DNS query logs from Windows DNS servers, which can be used to detect domain resolutions. Option A is wrong because the Windows Security Events connector focuses on security events like logons. Option C is wrong because the Azure Activity connector logs Azure resource operations, not DNS queries. Option D is wrong because Office 365 connector ingests audit logs, not DNS.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
DNS (Preview) via AMA
Why this is correct
The DNS connector ingests DNS query logs for detection.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Azure Activity
Why it's wrong here
Azure Activity logs do not contain DNS queries from on-premises devices.
Office 365 (Preview)
Why it's wrong here
Office 365 logs do not include DNS queries.
Windows Security Events via AMA
Why it's wrong here
Security events do not include DNS query details.
Common exam traps
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
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.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
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. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. 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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Perform threat hunting — This question tests Perform threat hunting — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: DNS (Preview) via AMA — Option B is correct because the DNS connector in Microsoft Sentinel ingests DNS query logs from Windows DNS servers, which can be used to detect domain resolutions. Option A is wrong because the Windows Security Events connector focuses on security events like logons. Option C is wrong because the Azure Activity connector logs Azure resource operations, not DNS queries. Option D is wrong because Office 365 connector ingests audit logs, not DNS.
Identify which SC-200 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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