TPMVSCMGR Windows command
TPMVSCMGR is a Windows command-line tool used to manage TPM Virtual Smart Cards. This command enables users to create, delete, and manage Virtual Smart Cards on the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) of their device. By utilizing TPMVSCMGR, users can easily interact with Virtual Smart Cards, providing enhanced security for sensitive information and secure access to various resources. This tool offers a seamless way to manage Virtual Smart Cards, ensuring effective security measures are in place for data protection and secure access control on Windows devices.
TPMVSCMGR Syntax:
Section titled “TPMVSCMGR Syntax:”tpmvscmgr [option] [parameter]Options:
Section titled “Options:”| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| /create | Creates a new virtual smart card |
| /delete | Deletes an existing virtual smart card |
| /list | Lists all virtual smart cards |
| /creds: | Specifies the credentials for the smart card operations |
| /verbose | Displays detailed information during the operation |
Parameters:
Section titled “Parameters:”| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| card-name | Specifies the name of the virtual smart card |
| b64-public | Specifies a Base64 encoded key for the smart card public key |
| b64-private | Specifies a Base64 encoded key for the smart card private key |
TPMVSCMGR CMD Examples:
Section titled “TPMVSCMGR CMD Examples:”List all TPM virtual smart card readers
Section titled “List all TPM virtual smart card readers”tpmvscmgr.exe listThis command lists all the TPM virtual smart card readers available on the system.
Create a TPM virtual smart card reader
Section titled “Create a TPM virtual smart card reader”tpmvscmgr.exe create /name "MyVirtualSmartCard" /pin randomCreates a new TPM virtual smart card reader named “MyVirtualSmartCard” with a randomly generated PIN.
Delete a TPM virtual smart card reader
Section titled “Delete a TPM virtual smart card reader”tpmvscmgr.exe delete /name "MyVirtualSmartCard"Deletes the TPM virtual smart card reader named “MyVirtualSmartCard”.
Change the PIN for a TPM virtual smart card reader
Section titled “Change the PIN for a TPM virtual smart card reader”tpmvscmgr.exe changepin /name "MyVirtualSmartCard" /pin new123 /oldpin randomChanges the PIN for the TPM virtual smart card reader named “MyVirtualSmartCard” from a randomly generated PIN to “new123”.
Enable automatic device decryption for a TPM virtual smart card reader
Section titled “Enable automatic device decryption for a TPM virtual smart card reader”tpmvscmgr.exe autodecrypt on /name "MyVirtualSmartCard"Enables automatic device decryption using the TPM virtual smart card reader named “MyVirtualSmartCard”.
Disable TPM support for a TPM virtual smart card reader
Section titled “Disable TPM support for a TPM virtual smart card reader”tpmvscmgr.exe disable /name "MyVirtualSmartCard"Disables TPM support for the TPM virtual smart card reader named “MyVirtualSmartCard”.
TPMVSCMGR Command Help Center:
Section titled “TPMVSCMGR Command Help Center:”How do I use tpmvscmgr in Windows?
Section titled “How do I use tpmvscmgr in Windows?”To use the tpmvscmgr command in Windows, execute the following command:
tpmvscmgr --addprovider Microsoft Platform Crypto ProviderWhat is the purpose of the tpmvscmgr command?
Section titled “What is the purpose of the tpmvscmgr command?”The tpmvscmgr command in Windows is used for managing the Virtual Smart Card functionality related to the Trusted Platform Module (TPM).
How can I list all available options with tpmvscmgr?
Section titled “How can I list all available options with tpmvscmgr?”To list all available options with tpmvscmgr, you can execute the following command:
tpmvscmgr /?How do I create a Virtual Smart Card using tpmvscmgr?
Section titled “How do I create a Virtual Smart Card using tpmvscmgr?”To create a Virtual Smart Card using tpmvscmgr, run the following command:
tpmvscmgr --create --name "MyVSC" --pin-policy cached --admin-key randomHow can I delete a Virtual Smart Card with tpmvscmgr?
Section titled “How can I delete a Virtual Smart Card with tpmvscmgr?”To delete a Virtual Smart Card with tpmvscmgr, use the following command:
tpmvscmgr --delete --name "MyVSC"What is the command to manage the PIN for a Virtual Smart Card?
Section titled “What is the command to manage the PIN for a Virtual Smart Card?”To manage the PIN for a Virtual Smart Card using tpmvscmgr, you can use the following command:
tpmvscmgr --changepin --name "MyVSC"How do I show detailed information about a Virtual Smart Card?
Section titled “How do I show detailed information about a Virtual Smart Card?”To display detailed information about a Virtual Smart Card using tpmvscmgr, run the following command:
tpmvscmgr --info --name "MyVSC"Is it possible to change the Admin key for a Virtual Smart Card with tpmvscmgr?
Section titled “Is it possible to change the Admin key for a Virtual Smart Card with tpmvscmgr?”Yes, you can change the Admin key for a Virtual Smart Card using tpmvscmgr by running the following command:
tpmvscmgr --changeadminkey --name "MyVSC"Applications of the TPMVSCMGR Command
Section titled “Applications of the TPMVSCMGR Command”- Create a virtual smart card.
- Delete a virtual smart card.
- List all virtual smart cards on the system.
- Export a virtual smart card.
- Import a virtual smart card.
- Change the PIN for a virtual smart card.
- Reset a virtual smart card.
- Unbind a virtual smart card from a physical smart card reader.