Databricks Data Engineer Associate Question 496
Select 2You are tasked with configuring a Databricks cluster that will utilize Unity Catalog for managing permissions on data assets. Which of the following cluster security modes are compatible with Unity Catalog?
- A
Single User
- B
Shared
- C
High Concurrency with Table ACLs
- D
Standard
- E
High Concurrency with Unity Catalog
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Correct answers: A, E
Explanation
Unity Catalog requires specific cluster security modes to enforce its fine-grained access control and security features. The compatible modes are Single User and High Concurrency with Unity Catalog. These modes ensure that the appropriate security boundaries are maintained while accessing data assets managed by Unity Catalog.
- A. Correct.
Correct. The Single User cluster security mode is compatible with Unity Catalog as it allows for fine-grained access control at the user level.
- B. Incorrect.
Incorrect. Shared cluster security mode is not compatible with Unity Catalog because it does not provide the required security isolation for managing permissions.
- C. Incorrect.
Incorrect. High Concurrency clusters with Table ACLs are not compatible with Unity Catalog as Table ACLs are a legacy feature and not supported in Unity Catalog.
- D. Incorrect.
Incorrect. Standard cluster security mode is not compatible with Unity Catalog as it does not meet the security requirements for fine-grained access control.
- E. Correct.
Correct. High Concurrency clusters specifically configured with Unity Catalog are compatible, as they are designed to support Unity Catalog's security and access control features.