Sw2010 2012.activator.ssq.exe.46

Originally, the SSQ activator for SolidWorks 2010–2012 would:

When executed, the file named SW2010 2012.Activator.SSQ.exe.46 would typically: SW2010 2012.Activator.SSQ.exe.46

From a functional perspective, it did unlock SolidWorks 2010–2012 on a standalone PC. However, it violated the SolidWorks End-User License Agreement (EULA) and often introduced system instability or silent backdoors. When executed, the file named SW2010 2012


Students and educators can get a 1-year license for $60–$150, or free via many university agreements (ask your IT department about “SolidWorks Academic License”). From a functional perspective, it did unlock SolidWorks

Because this file tampers with system registries and replaces licensed files, it exhibits behavior consistent with malware. Antivirus engines typically detect it with the following names (varies by vendor):

Why is it flagged?