Ascscan.exe Runtime Errors: Download and Troubleshoot

Last Updated: 12/05/2023
[Time to Read Article: 5 minutes]

ascscan.exe is considered a type of Advanced SystemCare Ultimate Command Scan file. It is most-commonly used in Advanced SystemCare Ultimate developed by IObit. It uses the EXE file extension and is considered a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file.

ascscan.exe was first developed on 05/30/2019 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120. This file version is latest update offered from IObit, according to our records.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, EXE file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of ascscan.exe.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: ascscan.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: Advanced SystemCare Ultimate Command Scan
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: IObit
Software Program: Advanced SystemCare Ultimate
Legal Copyright: © IObit. All rights reserved
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0xea27
Code Size: 147968


What are ascscan.exe Error Messages?


ascscan.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Advanced SystemCare Ultimate errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when ascscan.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Advanced SystemCare Ultimate is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Advanced SystemCare Ultimate.

In most cases, ascscan.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these ascscan.exe error messages mean that Advanced SystemCare Ultimate was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Advanced SystemCare Ultimate will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common ascscan.exe errors include:

  • ascscan.exe - Bad Image.
  • ascscan.exe Application Error.
  • ascscan.exe could not be found.
  • ascscan.exe could not be installed.
  • ascscan.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
  • ascscan.exe could not be started.
  • ascscan.exe failed to initialize properly.
  • ascscan.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
  • ascscan.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
  • ascscan.exe is not running.
  • Cannot find ascscan.exe.
  • Error starting program: ascscan.exe.
  • Faulting Application Path: ascscan.exe.
  • The file ascscan.exe is missing or corrupt.
  • Windows failed to start - ascscan.exe.
System Error


The program can’t start because ascscan.exe is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the ascscan.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting ascscan.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Advanced SystemCare Ultimate. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of IObit, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of ascscan.exe errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix ascscan.exe Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your ascscan.exe issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the ascscan.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Advanced SystemCare Ultimate (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Advanced SystemCare Ultimate software.

You can uninstall Advanced SystemCare Ultimate software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Advanced SystemCare Ultimate software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120

IObit

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many ascscan.exe error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the ascscan.exe error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your ascscan.exe File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate ascscan.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ascscan.exe files for every applicable version of Advanced SystemCare Ultimate. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download ascscan.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Advanced SystemCare Ultimate folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare Ultimate\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve ascscan.exe problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download ascscan.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying ascscan.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. IObit typically does not release Advanced SystemCare Ultimate EXE files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing ascscan.exe and all other EXE files for Advanced SystemCare Ultimate. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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EXE Files Related to ascscan.exe

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
AntivirusSettings.exe Advanced SystemCare Ultimate Antivirus Settings Advanced SystemCare Ultimate (12.0.0.0) 1085200 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.WindowsS...
ICONPIN32.exe Icon Pin Advanced SystemCare (12.0.0) 381712 C:\Mracer2\
ReProcess.exe ReProcess ReProcess (12.0) 150800 C:\Program Files (x86)\BlueVoda Website Builder...
BrowserProtect.exe Browser Protector Advanced SystemCare (12.0.0.0) 1278736 C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\...
ASCUpgrade.exe Advanced SystemCare Ultimate Upgrade Advanced SystemCare Ultimate (12.0.0.0) 1382672 C:\Program Files (x86)\CyberLink\Power2Go11\

Other Files Related to ascscan.exe

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
Sessions.xml Extensible Markup Language Advanced SystemCare Free 12.6.0.368 5303711 C:\Windows\servicing\Sessions\
CBS.log Log IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748 888612 C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
setuperr.log Log IObit Toolbox 1.2 23532 C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
system.ini Windows Initialization Advanced SystemCare Pro 12.2.0.314 58 C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\
setupact.log Log Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120 62521 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\


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