Versions

3.00.5000	50.00%
2.6.3008.0	16.67%
2.5.4011.0	16.67%
2.5.3003.0	16.67%

There are 4 versions of elockserv.exe in the wild, the latest version being 3.00.5000. It is started as a Windows Service called 'eLock Service' with the name 'eLockService' and described as “Acer eLock Management Service”. . In addition, it is run under the context of the SYSTEM account with extensive privileges (the administrator accounts have the same privileges). The average file size is about 25.33 KB. The file is a digitally signed and issued to Acer Incorporated by VeriSign. Some variations of the file have been seen to be installed with the program Acer eLock Management from Acer Incorporated. The executable is a .NET framework assembly utilizing the CLR. During the process's lifecycle, the typical CPU resource utilization is about 0.0011% including both foreground and background operations, the average private memory consumption is about 21.5 MB. Addionally, typically read and write I/O disk operations is about 280 Bytes per minute for reads and 25 Bytes per minute for writes.

Acer eLock Management controls the access to optical and floppy drives, removable storage devices and other interfaces to ensure that data remains safe when the computer is unattended. Acer eLock Management can also be used to prevent usage of drives, devices and interfaces on computers that are for public use, such as those in an open environment. Use of Acer eLock Management requires system administrator privileges or else an error message will be displayed and Acer eLock Management will exit.