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An organization uses Microsoft Entra ID to manage user access. The security policy requires that membership in the 'Finance - Sensitive Data' group must be reviewed every quarter by the group owner to confirm that each member still requires access. The group owner must approve or deny each membership, and any denied memberships should be automatically removed. Which Microsoft Entra ID feature should be configured to automate this process?
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.
A
Best answer
Microsoft Entra ID Access Reviews
Correct. Access Reviews enable periodic attestation of group memberships and application access with automatic removal of denied users.
B
Distractor review
Microsoft Entra ID Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
PIM provides time-bound access to privileged roles (e.g., Global Administrator) but is not designed for recurring reviews of standard group memberships.
C
Distractor review
Microsoft Entra ID Conditional Access
Conditional Access policies enforce access control at sign-in based on signals like location, device, or risk. They do not manage group membership attestation.
D
Distractor review
Microsoft Entra ID Protection
Identity Protection detects risky sign-ins and users, and can trigger automated responses like requiring a password reset, but does not handle access reviews for group membership.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: authentication is not authorization
Logging in proves the user can authenticate. It does not automatically mean the user is allowed to enter privileged or configuration mode. Watch for AAA authorization, privilege level and command authorization details.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
This kind of question is testing the difference between identity and permission. A user may successfully log in to a router because authentication is working, but still fail to enter configuration mode because authorization is missing, misconfigured or mapped to a lower privilege level.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Authentication checks who the user is.
- Authorization controls what the user is allowed to do after login.
- Privilege levels affect access to EXEC and configuration commands.
- AAA, TACACS+ and RADIUS can separate login success from command access.
TExam Day Tips
- Do not assume successful login means full administrative access.
- Look for words such as cannot enter configuration mode, privilege level, authorization or command access.
- Separate login problems from permission problems before choosing the answer.
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Question 2
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Question 3
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Question 4
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Question 5
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Question 6
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this SC-900 question test?
Authentication checks who the user is.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Microsoft Entra ID Access Reviews — Microsoft Entra ID Access Reviews allow administrators to set up recurring reviews of group memberships, application access, or role assignments. Reviewers (such as group owners) receive email notifications and can approve or deny each user's continued access. The results can be applied automatically to remove denied members. Privileged Identity Management (PIM) is for just-in-time and time-bound access to privileged roles, not for general group membership reviews. Conditional Access is for enforcing access control policies based on conditions like location or device state. Identity Protection is for detecting and responding to identity-based risks. Therefore, Access Reviews is the correct feature.
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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