Suspicious
Signed taskbar utility with clean engine scans but high-entropy packing, minor offensive behaviour, and similar files previously flagged suspicious.
71b99bdf4511eaafe0…8fd6986e30The reasoning behind this verdict
The MT AI Engine weighs every signal from this scan — antivirus detections, sandbox behaviour, code signing, prevalence and historical matches — to reach a single, evidence-based verdict.
The file scans completely clean, which is a strong safe signal, but technical anomalies like high entropy and likely packing raise concerns typical of obfuscated software. One offensive behaviour technique (T1620: victim identity gathering) appears alongside common ambient actions, hinting at potential monitoring capabilities. Similar files by import hash were previously deemed suspicious for analogous reasons, and the extreme rarity (first submission today) limits confidence in its legitimacy despite valid signing.
Each signal cites a concrete token from the evidence the arbiter saw — engine name, MITRE technique, signer string, or an exact count.
0/71 engines.malicious (17 tier1ReportedClean)
signer='VoodooSoft' verified, signerStats.safeCount=1/1
behaviour.offensiveTechniques T1620, peAnalysis.likelyPacked=true
similarHashes[0].verdict='suspicious' (imphash match to Screenpresso.exe)
prevalence.classification='rare_new' (1 submission)
- engines 0/71 malicious, 17 tier1ReportedClean
- signing.verified=true
- signerStats safeRate=1.0
- no malicious sandbox/contactedHosts/droppedChildren
- peAnalysis.likelyPacked=true, highEntropyCode=true
- behaviour.offensiveTechniques T1620
- similarHashes 2/2 'suspicious' (imphash)
- prevalence 'rare_new', ageDays=0
- signerStats totalSamples=1 (not autoTrusted)
Quarantine and verify the download source (e.g., official VoodooSoft site). Avoid execution until more community scans or publisher history accumulates; rescan in 24-48 hours.
What this file does
What it attempted when executed in an isolated sandbox
High concern: Loads hidden code straight into memory to dodge scanners.
Moderate concern: Scans through your files and folders.
Note: Inspects your network configuration.
Note: Collects details about your system.
Translated from the file's technical behaviour during analysis. It never ran on your device.
What to do now
We couldn't fully clear this file. Treat it with caution.
Don't run it unless you're certain it came from a source you trust.
Check where you got it — an email attachment or a random download link is a red flag.
If you're unsure, delete it. You can always re-download a clean copy from the official source.
If you're still unsure, scan it again in a day or two — detections often catch up on newer files.
0 detections across 75 engines
Section entropy & packers
Executable sections have high entropy (7.2+) — the code is compressed or encrypted and only decrypted at runtime. Classic packing behaviour.
How widely this file has been seen
Barely seen in the wild and first surfaced recently. This is the footprint of targeted malware the AV industry hasn't signatured yet — extra scrutiny is warranted.
Forensic fingerprint
- File name
- TaskbarPlus60.exe
- Size
- 775.1 KB
- MIME type
- application/octet-stream
- Detected type
- Win32 EXE
- SHA-256
- 71b99bdf4511eaafe0ca800eab85f5b60f53ca5498358ac3eb36b28fd6986e30
- MD5
- 134b4140cce3c55f8ba42943f0225ff4
- SHA-1
- 3fd49d8b176bdcafa6f343e2ac2cb64e378b2b98
- PE imphash
- f34d5f2d4577ed6d9ceec516c1f5a744
- First seen (VT)
- 4/26/2026, 1:49:16 PM
- Last analysis (VT)
- 4/26/2026, 1:49:16 PM
- First scan (MalwareTips)
- 4/26/2026, 1:49:53 PM
- Last scan (MalwareTips)
- 4/26/2026, 1:49:53 PM
- Code signer
- VoodooSoftverified
Safety FAQ
Common questions about TaskbarPlus60.exe, answered from the scan data above.
- TaskbarPlus60.exe is suspicious — treat it as unsafe until you're sure. 0 of 75 antivirus engines flag it, which isn't a strong consensus but is enough to be cautious. Don't run it unless you fully trust where it came from, and prefer downloading the software fresh from its official site.
- TaskbarPlus60.exe is a Windows executable program (application/octet-stream), about 775 KB. We identify a file by its cryptographic hash rather than its name, because the same filename can be reused by completely different files — the hash below is the reliable fingerprint.
- None — all 75 antivirus engines we queried report TaskbarPlus60.exe as clean. That's reassuring, though brand-new malware can briefly evade detection before vendors add signatures, so we also weigh the file's behaviour and reputation.
- Act quickly. 1) Disconnect the device from the internet to stop the malware communicating or spreading. 2) Run a full scan with reputable anti-malware software (such as Malwarebytes) and quarantine everything it finds. 3) Change your important passwords from a DIFFERENT, clean device — many threats log keystrokes or steal saved credentials. 4) If you bank or shop on this device, watch closely for fraud and alert your bank. 5) For a confirmed infection, the most reliable fix is to back up your personal files and reinstall the operating system for a clean start.
- To remove TaskbarPlus60.exe: 1) restart into Safe Mode (Safe Mode with Networking if you need to download a tool) so the malware doesn't auto-start. 2) Run a full scan with reputable anti-malware software and let it quarantine or delete the detections. 3) Delete the original TaskbarPlus60.exe file and empty the Recycle Bin/Trash. 4) Check your browser extensions, startup items, and scheduled tasks for anything unfamiliar. 5) Reboot and scan again to confirm it's gone. If detections keep coming back, a clean operating-system reinstall is the most dependable cure.
- Yes — TaskbarPlus60.exe carries a valid digital signature from VoodooSoft, which confirms the file hasn't been tampered with since that publisher signed it. A valid signature is a positive signal, but note that malware is occasionally signed with stolen or abused certificates, so it isn't proof of safety on its own.
- The SHA-256 hash of TaskbarPlus60.exe is 71b99bdf4511eaafe0ca800eab85f5b60f53ca5498358ac3eb36b28fd6986e30, and its MD5 is 134b4140cce3c55f8ba42943f0225ff4. This hash is the file's unique fingerprint — two files with the same SHA-256 are identical. Use it to confirm you're looking at exactly this file (not just one with the same name) when comparing against antivirus databases or a download's published checksum.
- This report reflects the scan run on April 26, 2026. Because a file's hash never changes, the identity of TaskbarPlus60.exe is fixed — but antivirus coverage improves over time, so a file that looks clean today can pick up detections later (and vice-versa). If you need the latest picture, MalwareTips staff can re-run the analysis from scratch.
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