Which of the following is the PRIMARY security concern associated with the implementation of smart cards?

The correct answer is C. The cards can be misplaced. The primary security concern associated with the implementation of smart cards is that the cards can be misplaced, lost, stolen, or damaged, resulting in the compromise of the user's identity, credentials, or data stored on the card.

Submitted by mike_84· Mar 5, 2026Asset Security

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Options

AThe cards have limited memory
BVendor application compatibility
CThe cards can be misplaced
DMobile code can be embedded in the card

How the community answered

(42 responses)

A
5% (2)
B
2% (1)
C
90% (38)
D
2% (1)

Explanation

The primary security concern associated with the implementation of smart cards is that the cards can be misplaced, lost, stolen, or damaged, resulting in the compromise of the user's identity, credentials, or data stored on the card.

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#smart cards#physical security#authentication factors

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