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    Weird blob on Windows XP: Security issue ?...



    Reinstalled Windows a couple of weeks back - with anti virus and spyware etc - but noticed this little blob on the desktop

    Does not go when I change the background image - but only appears on the background - and never in an application

    Can't see any weird processes in the Task Manager and security scans (Spyware Terminator, AVG and System mechanic) reveal nothing untoward

    Like a bizarre mole on the face, I'm learning to live with it - but I'd still like to know what it is

    Anyone got any ideas on how to diagnose this little blob and what it may be ?

    (BTW: Running XP with all of the latest patches and fixes)
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    Re: Weird blob on Windows XP: Security issue ?...

    Try this. The white square is common after a trojan infection, however i cant see this being the cause here.

    Anyway, try these steps.

    Right-click a blank area on the desktop, and then click Properties.
    On the Desktop tab, click Customize Desktop.
    On the Web tab, delete all the items except "My current homepage". (uncheck
    it)

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    Re: Weird blob on Windows XP: Security issue ?...

    I thought it was a problem with ATI drivers.

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    Re: Weird blob on Windows XP: Security issue ?...

    It is something to do with the 8.2 Ati drivers if you exit the ati tray ap it disapears.....I changed to the 8.3 and dont have it anymore.

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    Re: Weird blob on Windows XP: Security issue ?...

    Quote Originally Posted by hse180 View Post
    It is something to do with the 8.2 Ati drivers if you exit the ati tray ap it disapears.....I changed to the 8.3 and dont have it anymore.
    Listen to ^ this guy

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    Re: Weird blob on Windows XP: Security issue ?...

    Quote Originally Posted by IAmATeaf View Post
    Listen to ^ this guy
    Confirmed, documented bug. My solution is generally only after you have had an trojan infection (leaves start pages)

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