CAC
CAC is a security component bundled with Centrify's identity and access management platform. Based on its bundle ID (com.centrify.tokend.cac), it appears to be a tokenD-related helper or daemon that integrates with macOS's security subsystems to provide smart card, certificate, and multi-factor authentication support for enterprise environments. CAC typically stands for "Common Access Card" — a credential format used in government and defence sectors. This component is not a standalone application but rather a system service that enables Centrify's authentication mechanisms.
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1 suggestionThe bundle ID structure (com.centrify.tokend.cac) indicates this is a system-level helper component, not a standalone app. It is part of Centrify's larger identity and access management suite. There is no separate download or update channel for this component — it is installed and updated only as part of the parent Centrify software package. To ensure compatibility with Apple Silicon Macs and to maintain compatibility when Apple removes Rosetta 2 in macOS 28 (September 2028), you must update the entire Centrify installation to the latest native build through your organization's Centrify deployment mechanism (typically a system administrator or mobile device management system) or by visiting Centrify's vendor portal. Contact your IT department or Centrify support to confirm that your organization's deployment of Centrify includes native Apple Silicon support, as enterprise identity management software is often managed centrally rather than updated by individual users.
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