asc.exe is a program which is probably legit. So, if asc.exe is on your PC, it is probably ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your system is clean, it is still recommended to run a well-known antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your system against threats.
Usually, this program is located in C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\ASC.exe.
The MD5 checksum for this file is 2901c49e38d81b90d4632832544ee321.
This application does NOT run as a Windows service. This is usually a good sign.
This program runs as a 32-bit program. It does not benefit of the entire power of modern computer chips. This is quite normal because the makers did not bother to upgrade it to 64-bit code.
The description stored in the exe is Advanced SystemCare 11.
File version 11.1.0.198.
Company IObit.
Copyright notice Copyright© 2005-2018.
This exe does NOT have visible elements of user interface. This is usually a bad sign.
The code of this exe appears to be compressed or obfuscated so it can not be easily cracked.
Some unusual features of Windows appear to be used, such as functions for intercepting the keyboard. We recommend you to perform more in-depth research about this program.
asc.exe is digitally signed. Nowadays most serious programs are digitally signed.
The digital signature attached to asc.exe is valid. This is very good.
Digitally signed by: IObit Information Technology
Certificate's issuer name: Symantec Class 3 SHA256 Code Signing CA
It has an uninstall string in registry, which is a good sign. si are uninstall.