Microsoft SC-401 Exam Questions 2025

Microsoft SC-401 Exam Questions 2025 (Administering Information Security in Microsoft 365)

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The SC-401 exam, titled “Administering Information Security in Microsoft 365”, is designed for professionals who manage and implement information security controls within Microsoft 365 environments. It focuses on Microsoft Purview and related technologies to classify, protect, and govern data effectively.

This exam is intended for security administrators who collaborate with organizational stakeholders to implement information protection and data loss prevention strategies, monitor activities, and manage insider risks.

Key Exam Details

• Exam Code: SC-401

• Certification: Microsoft Certified: Information Security Administrator Associate

• Status: Beta (currently replacing SC-400)

• Languages: English

• Format: Multiple choice, scenario-based

• Delivery Options: Online proctored or in-person at Pearson VUE test centers

• Passing Score: 700 (on a scale of 1–1000)

• Exam Length: Approximately 120 minutes

• Number of Questions: Typically 40–60

• Price: Varies by region; discounts may apply during beta

Skills Measured

The SC-401 exam focuses on three core areas:

1. Implement Information Protection (30–35%)

• Manage data classification and sensitivity labels

• Apply information protection across Windows, Exchange, and file shares

• Configure Microsoft Purview Information Protection client

• Use document fingerprinting and optical character recognition (OCR)

2. Implement Data Loss Prevention and Retention (30–35%)

• Design and deploy DLP policies

• Implement adaptive protection and just-in-time data protection

• Configure and monitor endpoint DLP

• Manage retention labels and retention policies

3. Manage Risks, Alerts, and Activities (30–35%)

• Configure insider risk management policies

• Manage and investigate data activities with Microsoft Purview tools

• Assign and manage Audit (Premium) capabilities

• Secure data usage in AI-powered services

Changes from SC-400 to SC-401

New Topics Added:

• Protection of data used by AI services

• Just-in-time and adaptive protection strategies

• Microsoft Purview Audit (Premium) capabilities

Removed Topics:

• Records Management

• Compliance Manager

• eDiscovery (Standard & Premium)

• Communication Compliance

• Information Barriers

• Microsoft Priva

These updates reflect the evolving priorities around AI, automation, and proactive data protection.

Ideal Candidates

This exam is intended for:

• Microsoft 365 Security Administrators

• Information Protection Specialists

• Compliance and Risk professionals

• Individuals seeking to transition from SC-400 or new to the Microsoft Security Associate role

Know more about the exam here : https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/sc-401/