SafeConsole Anti-Malware is a USB malware protection service offered as part of DataLocker's SafeConsole management platform. It is powered by the Trellix enterprise anti-malware engine and is designed specifically for SafeConsoleReady encrypted USB drives. The service runs onboard the encrypted USB drive, integrated into the Unlocker application, and operates continuously in the background without requiring administrator privileges on the host system. It scans all files before they are stored on the drive, detecting and removing threats such as viruses, ransomware, trojans, worms, and spyware. Key operational characteristics: - Enabled directly through the SafeConsole management platform with no additional software installations required on the endpoint - Operates independently of network connectivity, providing protection even when the USB device is disconnected from the organization's network - Automatically updates virus definitions via Trellix to maintain current threat coverage - Detected threats are either quarantined or removed from the drive Administrators can monitor malware activity and receive real-time threat notifications through the SafeConsole admin portal. Full audit logs record when and where threats occurred, supporting compliance requirements. The service is designed to complement existing host antivirus software without conflict. Industry use cases include manufacturing and industrial environments, healthcare organizations (HIPAA compliance), and financial services (PCI-DSS compliance).