f.txt.js automatically downloads on Safari

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#1 HardStomp
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While clicking articles on Gamespot my browser frequently downloads a file called "f.txt.js"

The contents of the file (in a text editor) are

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This has happened numerous times in the last week or so and I don't recall it ever happening before then. Last time this happened was a moment ago while clicking a link about the PS Store flash sale.

*I get that Safari is not a popular desktop browser but it gives me virtually no problems and I have no plans to switch at this time.

Thanks

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#2 TrevorPhilips
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LOL. GameSpot is sending you a virus.

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#3 angerawr
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@HardStomp: So sorry about this, please send us any information on ads or redirects (url's) that you are getting when this happens, because this should definitely not happen. We are actively trying to shut these down and any information would help us tremendously.

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#4 HardStomp
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@angerawr: I haven't had any repeats of this issue since I posted.

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#5 HardStomp
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@angerawr: Current ads on page where this occurs: B&H (banner at top); Overstock; Lumber Liquidators; Walmart; Vikings; Pottery Barn (banner at bottom); Southern New Hampshire U

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#6  Edited By angerawr
Member since 2016 • 220 Posts

Per our team, this issue might be fixed if you update your flash player.