Flash player opens new windows constantly

Hi,
this week my adobe flash started to open separately from my browser.
When I try to play a game or watch a video it opens the game/video outside the browser page.
I've already tried to uninstall it and install it again but the problem keeps happening.
My browser is Mozzila Firefox.
Could anybody help me?

Try resetting your Firefox profile (if you have't already). Instructions to do this are partway down in this FAQ.
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Thanks for that suggestion. I tried it but I'm afraid it didn't work for me though.
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'''Other issues needing your attention'''
The information submitted with your question indicates that you have out of date plugins with known security and stability issues that should be updated. To see the plugins submitted with your question, click "More system details..." to the right of your original question post. You can also see your plugins from the Firefox menu, Tools > Add-ons > Plugins.<br />
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