A company uses Microsoft 365 and sanctioned cloud apps like Salesforce and Box. The security team wants to prevent users from downloading sensitive documents from these apps when accessing from unmanaged personal devices, while still allowing read-only access. They need real-time session monitoring and control. Which Microsoft security solution should they use?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
Distractor review
Microsoft Defender for Office 365
Defender for Office 365 protects email, Teams, and SharePoint from threats like phishing and malware. It does not provide real-time session control for third-party cloud apps like Salesforce or Box.
Best answer
Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
Defender for Cloud Apps can enforce session policies via Conditional Access App Control, allowing granular control over actions like download, upload, and copy based on user, device, and data sensitivity.
Distractor review
Microsoft Defender for Identity
Defender for Identity monitors on-premises Active Directory for identity-based attacks such as lateral movement and privilege escalation. It does not provide session control for cloud apps.
Distractor review
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Defender for Endpoint protects endpoints (workstations, servers) from malware and advanced threats. It does not offer real-time session control for SaaS applications.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: ACLs stop at the first match
ACLs are processed top to bottom. The first matching entry wins, and an implicit deny usually exists at the end.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
ACL questions test precision: source, destination, protocol, port and direction. A generally correct ACL can still fail if it is applied on the wrong interface or in the wrong direction.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Standard ACLs match source addresses.
- Extended ACLs can match source, destination, protocol and ports.
- The first matching ACL entry is used.
- There is usually an implicit deny at the end.
TExam Day Tips
- Check inbound versus outbound direction.
- Read the ACL from top to bottom.
- Look for a broader permit or deny above the intended line.
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this SC-900 question test?
Standard ACLs match source addresses.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps — Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (formerly Microsoft Cloud App Security) provides Conditional Access App Control, which can monitor and control user sessions in real time. This allows policies such as blocking downloads based on device compliance, while still permitting read-only access.
What should I do if I get this SC-900 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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