Windows 10/11 hides the Authentication cert behind 'More choices'

windows

Symptoms

Certificate picker only shows the EMAIL cert; the PIV/Authentication cert is missing.

Likely cause

Windows 10/11 hides additional certs behind 'More choices'.

Fix

1. In the certificate dialog, click 'More choices'. 2. Pick the certificate WITHOUT 'EMAIL' in its name (Authentication / Smart Card Logon). 3. Click OK.

Sourced from militarycac.com. Rewritten for clarity.

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