1Y0-312 Advanced Security and Access Control Practice Question
A Citrix Administrator is configuring smart card authentication for internal users accessing published applications through Citrix Workspace app. The administrator wants to enforce the use of a specific cryptographic service provider (CSP) on the VDA for all smart card operations. Which Citrix policy setting should the administrator configure?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many exam-takers confuse smart card logon enablement with the selection of the cryptographic service provider used for smart card operations.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Smart card cryptographic service provider
The Smart card cryptographic service provider policy setting is designed to specify which CSP the VDA uses for smart card operations. By setting this policy, the administrator can enforce a particular CSP, ensuring compatibility and security. Other settings like certificate selection or logon enablement do not control the CSP. Thus, this setting is the correct choice to meet the requirement.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Smart card reader removal policy
Why it's wrong here
This policy setting determines the action taken when a smart card is removed from the reader, such as disconnecting the session or locking the workstation. It does not influence which cryptographic service provider is used. The scenario requires enforcement of a specific CSP, so this setting is not relevant and would not achieve the desired outcome.
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Smart card authentication certificate
Why it's wrong here
This policy setting specifies the certificate to use for smart card authentication when the VDA acts as a smart card reader. It does not control the cryptographic service provider used for smart card operations. In this scenario, the goal is to enforce a specific CSP for all smart card operations, not to select a certificate. Therefore, this setting is incorrect.
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Smart card cryptographic service provider
Why this is correct
This policy setting allows the administrator to specify which cryptographic service provider (CSP) the VDA uses for smart card operations. By configuring this setting, the administrator can enforce a specific CSP, such as the Microsoft Base Smart Card Crypto Provider, ensuring consistent smart card behavior. This directly addresses the requirement to enforce a specific CSP on the VDA.
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Smart card logon
Why it's wrong here
This policy setting enables or disables smart card logon for the VDA. While it controls whether smart card authentication is allowed, it does not specify the cryptographic service provider. Enabling smart card logon alone does not enforce a particular CSP, so it fails to meet the administrator's requirement to enforce a specific CSP for smart card operations.
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Last reviewed September 2026 · checked against the official Citrix exam blueprint
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