SAC.exe

Older versions of SQL Server utilized a sac.exe tool to implement security features and reduce the "surface area" or exposure of the database by disabling unnecessary components. 2. Third-Party Authentication

These files are typically located in C:\Program Files\SafeNet\Authentication\SAC\ and are digitally signed to ensure authenticity. 3. Malicious Variants and Security Risks

Malicious files like SAC F.exe have been identified as components of the Agent Tesla spyware, which records keystrokes and steals personal data.