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Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator SC-300 Exam Guide

Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator SC-300 Exam Guide

By : Aaron Guilmette, James Hardiman, Doug Haven, Dwayne Natwick
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Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator SC-300 Exam Guide

Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator SC-300 Exam Guide

By: Aaron Guilmette, James Hardiman, Doug Haven, Dwayne Natwick

Overview of this book

In today’s cloud-driven environment, achieving SC-300 certification is essential for professionals looking to tackle real-world identity and access management (IAM) scenarios. SC-300 exam content has undergone significant changes, and this second edition aligns with the revised exam objectives. This updated edition gives you access to online exam prep resources such as chapter-wise practice questions, mock exams, interactive flashcards, and expert exam tips, providing you with all the tools you need for thorough exam preparation. You’ll get to grips with the creation, configuration, and management of Microsoft Entra identities, as well as understand the planning, implementation, and management of Microsoft Entra user authentication processes. You’ll learn to deploy and use new Global Secure Access features, design cloud application strategies, and manage application access and policies by using Microsoft Cloud App Security. You’ll also gain experience in configuring Privileged Identity Management for users and guests, working with the Permissions Creep Index, and mitigating associated risks. By the end of this book, you’ll have mastered the skills essential for securing Microsoft environments and be able to pass the SC-300 exam on your first attempt.
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Monitoring, Investigating, and Remediating Risky Users

Microsoft Entra ID Protection plays a pivotal role in this context by helping you manage the risk associated with user identities. A risky user is a user account that has exhibited suspicious activity or has a high likelihood of being compromised. This could be due to factors such as multiple failed login attempts from unusual locations, password resets from unfamiliar devices, or the exposure of credentials in a data breach.

These events provide valuable insights into potential threats and help prioritize investigation and remediation efforts. By effectively monitoring these indicators, organizations can enhance their security posture and swiftly address any potential vulnerabilities. To monitor risky sign-ins, follow these steps:

  1. Navigate to the Entra admin center (https://entra.microsoft.com).
  2. Expand Protection and select Risky activities.
  3. Examine the detected risks, as shown in Figure 7.6:
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