- A
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines are native resources and are automatically assessed by Defender for Cloud.
- B
AWS EC2 instances
AWS EC2 instances can be assessed after integrating the AWS account via the multi-cloud connector feature.
- C
On-premises servers connected via Azure Arc
On-premises servers connected through Azure Arc are treated as hybrid resources and can be assessed.
- D
Kubernetes clusters
Kubernetes clusters (including AKS or other clouds) are assessed via Defender for Containers, part of Defender for Cloud.
- E
On-premises SQL Server
Why wrong: On-premises SQL Server is not assessed unless it is Azure Arc-enabled; the option does not specify Arc, so it is incorrect.
Question 104 of 1,411
SC-900 Multi-cloud connector Practice Question
This SC-900 practice question tests your understanding of describe the capabilities of microsoft security solutions. 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. A key principle to apply: multi-cloud connector. 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 company wants to use Microsoft Defender for Cloud to secure their hybrid cloud environment. Which TWO resource types can be assessed by Defender for Cloud?
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
✓
Azure Virtual Machines
Microsoft Defender for Cloud can assess Azure Virtual Machines (native), AWS EC2 instances via multi-cloud connector, on-premises servers connected via Azure Arc, and Kubernetes clusters (Azure or multi-cloud) via Defender for Containers. On-premises SQL Server without Azure Arc is not directly assessed.
Key principle: Multi-cloud connector
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Azure Virtual Machines
Why this is correct
Azure Virtual Machines are native resources and are automatically assessed by Defender for Cloud.
Related concept
Multi-cloud connector
- ✓
AWS EC2 instances
Why this is correct
AWS EC2 instances can be assessed after integrating the AWS account via the multi-cloud connector feature.
Related concept
Multi-cloud connector
- ✓
On-premises servers connected via Azure Arc
Why this is correct
On-premises servers connected through Azure Arc are treated as hybrid resources and can be assessed.
Related concept
Multi-cloud connector
- ✓
Kubernetes clusters
Why this is correct
Kubernetes clusters (including AKS or other clouds) are assessed via Defender for Containers, part of Defender for Cloud.
Related concept
Multi-cloud connector
- ✗
On-premises SQL Server
Why it's wrong here
On-premises SQL Server is not assessed unless it is Azure Arc-enabled; the option does not specify Arc, so it is incorrect.
Common exam traps
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.
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
- Multi-cloud connector
- Azure Arc
- Defender for Containers
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
Multi-cloud connector
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
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What does this SC-900 question test?
Describe the capabilities of Microsoft security solutions — This question tests Describe the capabilities of Microsoft security solutions — Multi-cloud connector.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Azure Virtual Machines — Microsoft Defender for Cloud can assess Azure Virtual Machines (native), AWS EC2 instances via multi-cloud connector, on-premises servers connected via Azure Arc, and Kubernetes clusters (Azure or multi-cloud) via Defender for Containers. On-premises SQL Server without Azure Arc is not directly assessed.
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