Azure Security and Identity Flashcards
Microsoft Azure Developer Associate AZ-204 Flashcards
| Front | Back |
| What are Azure AD Conditional Access policies | They define conditions under which users can access resources, enhancing security and compliance. |
| What is a managed identity in Azure | A managed identity is an Azure AD identity automatically managed for use with applications and services. |
| What is a Network Security Group (NSG) in Azure | NSGs are used to filter network traffic to and from Azure resources based on rules. |
| What is a Service Principal in Azure | A Service Principal is an identity used by applications to access Azure resources. |
| What is an Azure AD tenant | A tenant is a dedicated instance of Azure AD for an organization. |
| What is Azure Active Directory | Azure Active Directory is Microsoft's cloud-based identity and access management service. |
| What is Azure B2B collaboration | Azure B2B allows external users to access resources using their own credentials. |
| What is Azure Key Vault used for | Azure Key Vault is used to store and manage sensitive information like keys, secrets, and certificates securely. |
| What is Azure MFA | Azure Multi-Factor Authentication adds an extra layer of security by requiring verification methods like codes or biometrics. |
| What is Just-in-Time (JIT) VM access | It allows time-limited access to virtual machines to reduce attack surfaces. |
| What is Privileged Identity Management (PIM) in Azure | Privileged Identity Management is a service that manages and controls privileged access in Azure. |
| What is RBAC in Azure | Role-Based Access Control allows granular permissions to be assigned to resources based on user roles. |
| What is the function of Azure AD Connect | Azure AD Connect synchronizes on-premises directories with Azure AD for seamless access and identity management. |
| What is the purpose of Azure Security Center | Azure Security Center provides tools to assess and improve your cloud security posture. |
| What is the role of encryption in Azure | Encryption protects data at rest and in transit using algorithms like AES-256. |
About the Flashcards
Flashcards for the Microsoft Azure Developer Associate exam focus on Azure identity and access management essentials, explaining Azure Active Directory, tenants, directory synchronization, and B2B collaboration. Cards cover access control topics such as Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Conditional Access policies, authentication methods including Azure MFA, and privileged access management (PIM).
Students can use these cards to review terminology and core concepts such as service principals, managed identities, Key Vault and encryption, Network Security Groups and Just-in-Time VM access, plus Azure Security Center guidance for posture management. The deck emphasizes concise definitions and scenario-focused reminders to support quick revision before the exam.
Topics covered in this flashcard deck:
- Azure Active Directory
- Role-Based Access Control
- Authentication and Conditional Access
- Privileged access and PIM
- Service principals and managed identities
- Key Vault and encryption