Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)Describe the capabilities of Microsoft EntraHard

A security architect is designing an identity solution for a company that requires users to access on-premises web applications from outside the corporate network without using a VPN. The solution must provide secure, single sign-on (SSO) access to these internal applications through Microsoft Entra ID. Which Microsoft Entra capability is essential for this requirement?

  1. AMicrosoft Entra Application Proxy
  2. BMicrosoft Entra ID Protection
  3. CMicrosoft Entra Connect
  4. DMicrosoft Entra B2B Collaboration
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Correct answer: A. Microsoft Entra Application Proxy

Microsoft Entra Application Proxy enables secure remote access to on-premises web applications. It allows users to access internal web apps from any device and location, providing SSO through Microsoft Entra ID without requiring a VPN.

Why the other options are wrong

  • B. ID Protection focuses on risk detection, not application publishing.
  • C. Connect synchronizes identities, not application access.
  • D. B2B Collaboration is for external user access to resources, not publishing internal apps.

Microsoft Entra Application Proxy

A Microsoft Entra ID service that provides secure remote access to on-premises web applications.

  • Publishes internal web apps for external access without a VPN
  • Integrates with Microsoft Entra ID for single sign-on (SSO) and Conditional Access
  • Uses a small connector agent installed in the on-premises network

Memory trick: App Proxy brings your internal apps to the outside world, securely.

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