Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)Describe the capabilities of Microsoft Security solutionsEasy
A security auditor needs to gain a comprehensive overview of the security posture of an organization's Azure subscriptions, identify misconfigurations, and receive actionable recommendations without incurring additional costs for advanced threat protection features. Which tier of Microsoft Defender for Cloud should be utilized?
- AMicrosoft Defender for Cloud (Advanced Tier)
- BMicrosoft Defender for Cloud (Premium Tier)
- CMicrosoft Defender for Cloud (Standard Tier)
- DMicrosoft Defender for Cloud (Free Tier)
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Correct answer: D. Microsoft Defender for Cloud (Free Tier)
The Free Tier of Microsoft Defender for Cloud provides continuous security assessment, security recommendations, and Secure Score for Azure resources without additional cost, which aligns with the auditor's requirement.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Advanced Tier is not a standard naming; 'Standard' is the paid tier for advanced features.
- B. Premium Tier is not a standard naming; 'Standard' is the paid tier for advanced features.
- C. Standard Tier (now referred to as the paid plans for specific Defender products) offers advanced threat protection and is not free.
Microsoft Defender for Cloud (Free Tier)
The no-cost tier of Microsoft Defender for Cloud that provides continuous security assessment, security recommendations, and Secure Score for Azure resources.
- Free of charge
- Focuses on basic CSPM for Azure
- Provides Secure Score and recommendations
Memory trick: Free tier gives you the basic security overview for your cloud.