I keep getting a file (pixel.cgi ) that wants to download when I use certain sites (Groupon/ Thomas Cook).

I keep getting a file (pixel.cgi ) that wants to download when I use certain sites (Groupon/ Thomas Cook). I have scanned my mac for virus but none can be found.

A CGI file usually runs a server side script with specific parameters and there is usually data appended to the link to specify that action.
It that GET or POST data is missing then you may get a download prompt to save the file instead.
You may have a Firefox extension or security software on your computer causing this issue.
Clear the cache and cookies only from websites that cause problems.
"Clear the Cache":
*Firefox > Preferences > Advanced > Network > Cached Web Content: "Clear Now"
"Remove Cookies" from sites causing problems:
*Firefox > Preferences > Privacy > "Use custom settings for history" > Cookies: "Show Cookies"
Start Firefox in <u>[[Safe Mode|Safe Mode]]</u> to check if one of the extensions (Firefox/Tools > Add-ons > Extensions) or if hardware acceleration is causing the problem.
*Switch to the DEFAULT theme: Firefox/Tools > Add-ons > Appearance
*Do NOT click the Reset button on the Safe Mode start window
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/Safe+Mode
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/Troubleshooting+extensions+and+themes

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