All Downloaded Files Are Converted To Exe

Hi,

I have an interesting and recent problem. If I download a file with windows explorer, its file extension is automatically converted to .exe, even if it is a jpeg, zip, or any other file. I have no idea why this happens but it is a huge problem, because I have to rename every file extension manually.

Any ideas?

Thanks.....

 

Had this issue, took a while to find the fix, then I didn't keep it in my notes.. it has something to do with file types and MIME types ..
but try in IE - hit ALT - click tools - Internet Options - Advanced, scroll down to security and uncheck Enable Protected mode & uncheck Do not save encrypted pages to disk.