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Microsoft AZ-104 Exam - Topic 2 Question 118 Discussion

You download an Azure Resource Manager template based on an existing virtual machine. The template will be used to deploy 100 virtual machines.You need to modify the template to reference an administrative password. You must prevent the password from being stored in plain text.What should you create to store the password?
C) an Azure Key Vault and an access policy
A) Azure Active Directory (AD) Identity Protection and an Azure policy
B) a Recovery Services vault and a backup policy
D) an Azure Storage account and an access policy

Microsoft AZ-104 Exam - Topic 2 Question 118 Discussion

Actual exam question for Microsoft's AZ-104 exam
Question #: 118
Topic #: 2
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You download an Azure Resource Manager template based on an existing virtual machine. The template will be used to deploy 100 virtual machines.

You need to modify the template to reference an administrative password. You must prevent the password from being stored in plain text.

What should you create to store the password?

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Suggested Answer: C

by Chantay at Apr 07, 2025, 10:36 AM

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Basilia
7 months ago
Isn't it a bit overkill to use Key Vault for just a password?
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Jillian
7 months ago
Wait, can you really not use plain text in Azure Storage?
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Refugia
7 months ago
You should use Azure Key Vault for storing sensitive info like passwords.
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Taryn
8 months ago
I thought Azure Storage could work too, but Key Vault seems safer.
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Alisha
8 months ago
Totally agree, Key Vault is the way to go!
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Susana
8 months ago
I feel like Azure AD Identity Protection might be related, but it doesn’t seem to fit this scenario about password storage.
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Roselle
8 months ago
I practiced a similar question where Key Vault was the answer for secure storage. It makes sense here too.
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Whitley
8 months ago
I’m not entirely sure, but I think Azure Storage accounts are more for general data storage, not specifically for secrets.
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James
9 months ago
I remember discussing Azure Key Vault in class; it seems like the right choice for storing sensitive information like passwords.
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Marla
9 months ago
I feel pretty confident about this one. An Azure Key Vault is definitely the way to go to keep that password safe and out of the template. Time to put my Azure knowledge to the test!
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Fletcher
9 months ago
I've got a strategy - I'll review the Azure documentation on Key Vaults and access policies to make sure I fully grasp how to implement that properly in the template. Gotta make sure I nail this question.
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Chi
9 months ago
Wait, I'm a bit confused. Is an Azure Key Vault the only option, or are there other ways to store the password securely? I want to make sure I understand all the possibilities.
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Marica
9 months ago
Okay, let's see... I'm pretty sure the answer is an Azure Key Vault, since that's designed for securely storing sensitive information like passwords.
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Laquanda
10 months ago
Hmm, this looks like a tricky one. I'll need to think carefully about how to keep that password secure and not stored in plain text.
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Cheryl
1 year ago
D) an Azure Storage account and an access policy? Really? That's like putting a paper bag over your head to hide from the sun. C) is the way to go, no doubt.
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Carolynn
1 year ago
I bet the password is 'password123'. Just kidding, but seriously, C) is the correct answer. Gotta keep that sensitive data locked up tight.
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Katina
1 year ago
User 3: Agreed, storing it in plain text is a big no-no.
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Portia
1 year ago
User 2: Absolutely, we need to keep that password secure.
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Sheridan
1 year ago
User 1: I think C) an Azure Key Vault and an access policy is the way to go.
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Mica
1 year ago
User 3: Definitely, storing it in plain text is a big no-no.
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Gaston
1 year ago
User 2: Agreed, we need to keep that password secure.
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Gerald
1 year ago
User 1: I think C) an Azure Key Vault and an access policy is the way to go.
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Goldie
1 year ago
I'm not sure, but it makes sense to use Azure Key Vault to store passwords securely. It's important to follow best practices for security.
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Elmira
1 year ago
Hmm, let's see. A vault, a policy, and a password. Sounds like a secret agent mission to me! C) is the way to go, folks.
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Daniela
1 year ago
By using Azure Key Vault, you can easily manage and control access to the password for the virtual machines.
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Dorian
1 year ago
It's important to follow best practices for security when dealing with sensitive information like passwords.
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Lelia
1 year ago
Using Azure Key Vault will ensure that the password is not stored in plain text and can be securely accessed when needed.
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Adrianna
1 year ago
I agree, C) an Azure Key Vault and an access policy is the best option to store the password securely.
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Catarina
1 year ago
I agree with Lilli. Azure Key Vault is designed to safeguard cryptographic keys and secrets used by cloud applications and services.
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Alton
1 year ago
Why would anyone want to store a password in plain text? That's just asking for trouble. C) is the obvious choice here.
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Lang
1 year ago
C) an Azure Key Vault and an access policy is the way to go. That's the best way to securely store passwords and other sensitive information.
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Jennie
1 year ago
Definitely, using Azure Key Vault adds an extra layer of security to your deployment.
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Lyndia
1 year ago
It's important to follow best practices when it comes to securing sensitive information like passwords.
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Mona
1 year ago
I agree, Azure Key Vault is the best option for storing passwords securely.
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Karl
1 year ago
C) an Azure Key Vault and an access policy is the way to go. That's the best way to securely store passwords and other sensitive information.
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Franchesca
1 year ago
Using Azure Key Vault will help ensure that the password is not stored in plain text.
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Stefania
1 year ago
It's important to follow best practices for security when dealing with passwords in templates.
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In
1 year ago
I agree, Azure Key Vault is a secure and centralized place to store sensitive information.
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Reuben
1 year ago
C) an Azure Key Vault and an access policy is the best option for securely storing passwords.
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Lilli
1 year ago
I think the answer is C) an Azure Key Vault and an access policy. It's the best way to store sensitive information securely.
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