What is this?
What is this?
[Shell] Executed command to launch Notepad.
[Taskbar] Toggled desktop visibility.
Yes, everything is secure. The file remains intact, and because it's a small file, opening the desktop might prompt a need to reinstall Windows, hehe.
You're using a shortcut to the desktop. This icon represents Windows XP. If you didn't set it up, I'd need to verify which program is running it. It might be a simple workaround, possibly hiding a vulnerability or used in poorly coded software. Could be a harmless fix, but worth checking its origin.
He had already launched it in Notepad. No red flags. It might link to something else, isn't it? After using AdwCleaner, the issue disappears and only harmless remnants remain. I'm hoping so. You're correct—the icon belongs to an older OS version.
You can safely remove it by following standard system cleanup steps. Since you don’t have a shortcut to the desktop, ensure you back up any important files first. Use built-in tools like Disk Cleanup or third-party utilities to delete temporary files and unnecessary items. If needed, uninstall any related programs and verify that no residual data remains before restarting your computer.
Review the properties to understand the connections (full path). This lets you check if anything looks suspicious or incorrect. It guides how far you should investigate to confirm all traces are removed. You can install Malwarebytes for extra assurance, then remove the shortcut and clear your temporary files.