NIS 20.2.0.19 disappearing.

Since installing the latest version i have had two instances of NIS just 'disappearing'.  Clicking on the icon does nothing and the icon has gone from the tool bar.  After a reboot it returns and all is well again, but for how long.  why is this occuring?  It has NEVER happened with the earlier version.  How does this occur?  if I am away from the pc am I risk from a virus attack?