Entra Permissions Management Highly Privileged Roles

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Answer Correct answer: D — Admin1, Admin2, and Admin3 only.

You have a Microsoft Entra tenant that uses Microsoft Entra Permissions Management and contains the accounts shown in the following table: Which accounts will be listed as assigned to highly privileged roles on the Azure AD insights tab in the Entra Permissions Management portal? - image

  1. Admin1 only
  2. Admin2 and Admin3 only
  3. Admin2 and Admin4 only
  4. Admin1, Admin2, and Admin3 only Correct Answer
  5. Admin2, Admin3, and Admin4 only

Community Votes

C
50%
D
50%

50% of anonymous learners picked answer C. Votes are pick records left by other test-takers — they are not the verified answer.

Community Insight

The exam traps candidates by listing Exchange Administrator alongside other high-risk roles; knowing the official list of highly privileged roles is critical for correct identification.

This question tests the specific definition of 'highly privileged roles' in Microsoft Entra Permissions Management. It establishes that Exchange Administrator is not classified as highly privileged, unlike Global Administrator.

Candidates often select Option C (Admin2 and Admin4) because they mistakenly assume Exchange Administrator is a highly privileged role or confuse it with Security Administrator.

Community Discussion (11 comments)

obaemf 👍 10
I go with D https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity/role-based-access-control/permissions-reference https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/permissions-management/product-privileged-role-insights Microsoft recommends that organizations have two cloud-only emergency access accounts permanently assigned the Global Administrator role. These accounts are highly privileged and aren't assigned to specific individuals. So I would say Global Administrator role is highly privileged.
espbo 👍 1 Selected: D
for sure
randy0077 👍 1 Selected: D
Tested in Lab: d is correct ans.
1dd60c0 👍 1 Selected: D
This learn doc has an obvious label that says "Privileged" next to those roles that are Highly Privileged. Exchange Administrator doesn't have the "Privileged" label but the other 3 do. The answer is 100% without doubt D. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity/role-based-access-control/permissions-reference
sgomezsan 👍 1 Selected: D
Global Administrator role is highly privileged but not exchange admin.
golitech 👍 2 Selected: C
the Insights tab in the Microsoft Entra Permissions Management portal focuses on users assigned to specific highly privileged roles. These roles include: Application Administrator Cloud Application Administrator Exchange Administrator Intune Administrator Privileged Role Administrator SharePoint Administrator Security Administrator User Administrator
Renne373 👍 1 Selected: D
D exchange not privileged role global admin priviliged
62Juan 👍 4 Selected: C
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/permissions-management/product-privileged-role-insights#view-information-in-the-microsoft-entra-insights-tab
JBAnalyst 👍 4 Selected: D
Exchange is not a privileged role For list of roles /privileged roles https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity/role-based-access-control/permissions-reference
e31180b 👍 2 Selected: C
According to copilot In the Microsoft Entra Permissions Management Portal, some of the highly privileged roles include: Global Administrator: This role has access to all administrative features in Microsoft Entra and other Microsoft services. Privileged Role Administrator: Manages role assignments in Microsoft Entra, including the ability to assign and remove roles. Security Administrator: Has permissions to manage security-related features and settings. Exchange Administrator: Manages mail settings and features in Exchange Online. SharePoint Administrator: Manages SharePoint Online settings and features. Intune Administrator: Manages devices and applications through Microsoft Intune. Application Administrator: Manages application registrations and enterprise applications. Cloud Application Administrator: Manages cloud applications and their settings. User Administrator: Manages user accounts and groups https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/permissions-management/product-privileged-role-insights
NeoTactics 👍 2 Selected: C
From https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/permissions-management/product-privileged-role-insights#view-information-in-the-microsoft-entra-insights-tab Select Review highly privileged roles or Review service principals to review information on principal role assignments for the following roles: Application Administrator, Cloud Application Administrator, Exchange Administrator, Intune Administrator, Privileged Role Administrator, SharePoint Administrator, Security Administrator, User Administrator. So, answer is: C (Admin2 and Admin4 only)

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Expert Analysis

Why the Answer Is Correct

The Azure AD Insights tab in Entra Permissions Management specifically monitors users assigned to highly privileged roles. According to Microsoft documentation, these include Global Administrator, Privileged Role Administrator, and Security Administrator. Admin1 holds Global Administrator and Admin3 holds Privileged Role Administrator, making them the correct assignments.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option A misses Admin3. Options B, C, and E incorrectly include Admin2 (Exchange Administrator). The Exchange Administrator role is powerful but is not categorized as 'highly privileged' in this context. Admin4 (User Administrator) is also excluded from this specific view.

Community Comment Notes

Many learners initially voted for C due to confusion over Exchange Admin privileges. However, comments like "Exchange is not a privileged role" and references to the official permissions reference document confirm that D is the accurate answer based on the 'Privileged' label in the source docs.

Official Reference

Exam Strategy

Memorize the specific list of 'highly privileged roles' for the Azure AD Insights tab. Do not assume all administrative roles are included; focus on Global, Privileged Role, and Security Administrators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Exchange Administrator considered highly privileged?

No. While powerful, Exchange Administrator is not listed as a highly privileged role for the Azure AD Insights tab.

Why is User Administrator not shown?

User Administrator is an administrative role but is not classified as 'highly privileged' in the context of Entra Permissions Management insights.

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