- A
DeviceNetworkEvents
Why wrong: DeviceNetworkEvents logs network connections, but not the file content or transfer sizes. Not the best starting point for investigating large file transfers.
- B
DeviceProcessEvents
Why wrong: DeviceProcessEvents logs process creation events, not file operations. Not relevant.
- C
IdentityDirectoryEvents
Why wrong: IdentityDirectoryEvents logs identity-related events, not file transfers. Not relevant.
- D
DeviceFileEvents
DeviceFileEvents logs file creation, modification, and deletion events, which can directly indicate large file copies for data exfiltration. Correct starting table.
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SC-200 DeviceFileEvents Practice Question
This SC-200 practice question tests your understanding of perform threat hunting. Compare every option against the stated constraints before choosing — the best answer satisfies all requirements, not just the most obvious one. A key principle to apply: deviceFileEvents. 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.
A threat hunter wants to investigate a potential data exfiltration event involving large outbound file transfers to an unusual external IP. Which Microsoft Defender XDR advanced hunting table is most appropriate to start the investigation?
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
✓
DeviceFileEvents
Option D (DeviceFileEvents) is correct because it captures file creation and modification events, which are directly relevant to detecting large outbound file transfers indicative of data exfiltration. Option A (DeviceNetworkEvents) shows network connections but lacks file-level details. Option B (DeviceProcessEvents) logs process creation events, not file transfers. Option C (IdentityDirectoryEvents) tracks identity activities, unrelated to file exfiltration.
Key principle: DeviceFileEvents
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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DeviceNetworkEvents
Why it's wrong here
DeviceNetworkEvents logs network connections, but not the file content or transfer sizes. Not the best starting point for investigating large file transfers.
- ✗
DeviceProcessEvents
Why it's wrong here
DeviceProcessEvents logs process creation events, not file operations. Not relevant.
- ✗
IdentityDirectoryEvents
Why it's wrong here
IdentityDirectoryEvents logs identity-related events, not file transfers. Not relevant.
- ✓
DeviceFileEvents
Why this is correct
DeviceFileEvents logs file creation, modification, and deletion events, which can directly indicate large file copies for data exfiltration. Correct starting table.
Related concept
DeviceFileEvents
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
A common trap is to choose DeviceNetworkEvents thinking network connections are the best indicator of data exfiltration, but file events directly show the file being transferred.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- DeviceFileEvents
TExam Day Tips
- 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
DeviceFileEvents
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A company's IT admin needs to give a contractor read-only access to production logs without sharing account credentials. Using role-based access control (RBAC) and temporary scoped permissions — not a permanent shared password — is the correct pattern. Questions like this test whether you can apply least-privilege access across cloud identity services.
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What does this SC-200 question test?
Perform threat hunting — This question tests Perform threat hunting — DeviceFileEvents.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: DeviceFileEvents — Option D (DeviceFileEvents) is correct because it captures file creation and modification events, which are directly relevant to detecting large outbound file transfers indicative of data exfiltration. Option A (DeviceNetworkEvents) shows network connections but lacks file-level details. Option B (DeviceProcessEvents) logs process creation events, not file transfers. Option C (IdentityDirectoryEvents) tracks identity activities, unrelated to file exfiltration.
What should I do if I get this SC-200 question wrong?
Review deviceFileEvents, then practise related SC-200 questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
What is the key concept behind this question?
DeviceFileEvents
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