VCP-VVF Deploy Configure And Operate Vvf Practice Question
An administrator needs to manage identity sources. Which TWO of the following identity providers are supported for vCenter Server authentication? (Choose two.)
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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Active Directory over LDAP
vCenter Server supports native Active Directory (via LDAP/Integrated Windows Authentication) and OIDC/SAML providers for modern identity federation.
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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Active Directory over LDAP
Why this is correct
LDAP is a classic supported identity source.
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A custom SQL database source
Why it's wrong here
Direct SQL authentication is not supported.
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FTP-based user file
Why it's wrong here
This is not a supported identity source.
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Local Windows Workgroup users
Why it's wrong here
Workgroup authentication is not a standard vCenter integration.
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OpenID Connect (OIDC) Identity Provider
Why this is correct
Modern vSphere versions support OIDC federation.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official VMware exam blueprint
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