What is hotfix.exe?

The hotfix.exe is a windows file generated by MSDDHotfix.

It’s a system and hidden file. Hotfix.exe is usually located in the %WINDOWS% sub-folder and its usual size is 53,248 bytes. Any hotfix can be defined as a combination of files that are used to fix system errors. However it is very important to properly manage hotfix.exe files and often due to mismanagement it may cause slow speed.

Windows hotfix.exe file only exists in windows folder and if found somewhere else on the system, it may be a virus that can cause unnecessary popup screens. If it is a virus, just gently clean your system.