SSCP Question #1191: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

Question

Smart cards are a secure alternative to which weak security mechanism?

Options

• ABiometrics
• BPublic Key Encryption
• CPasswords
• DTokens

Explanation

Smart cards provide a more secure alternative to traditional passwords by integrating multi-factor authentication and robust cryptographic capabilities.

Common mistakes.

• A. Biometrics are another form of strong authentication that can be used in conjunction with smart cards, not a weak mechanism replaced by them.
• B. Public Key Encryption is a cryptographic technology that smart cards often utilize to securely store private keys and perform digital signatures, rather than being replaced by smart cards.
• D. While smart cards are a type of security token, the question specifically asks what weak security mechanism they replace, and tokens themselves are generally considered strong; the specific weak mechanism replaced is typically passwords.

Concept tested. Smart card security benefits

Reference. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/identity-protection/smart-cards/smart-card-security-overview

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