SnowPro Core Certification — Question 1187

Which authentication method requires access to a secure file that is only stored on the user's local device?

Answer options

• A. Password authentication
• B. Key-pair authentication
• C. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
• D. Federated authentication

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Key-pair authentication is the correct answer because it relies on a secure private key stored on the user's device, which is essential for the authentication process. In contrast, password authentication uses a password that can be stored in various locations, while Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Federated authentication involve additional methods or external systems that do not necessarily require a secure file on the local device.