If you have downloaded "Butterfly on Desktop" or suspect an infection:
: It was a simple 302-byte virus that infected .COM files and contained the text "Goddamn Butterflies". Safety and Removal
In a more serious cybersecurity context, "Butterfly" refers to the used to create the Mariposa botnet.
: Simply deleting the butterfly icons or uninstalling the program may not remove the core malware, which can remain hidden on the desktop or in system files. 2. The Mariposa Botnet (The Spanish "Butterfly")
: It was used to steal bank credentials, credit card numbers, and other personal data, resulting in estimated losses of over $850 million .