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Activision takes down Call of Duty: WWII amid PC remote hacking reports
Activision takes down Call of Duty: WWII amid PC remote hacking reports

Business Standard

time10-07-2025

  • Business Standard

Activision takes down Call of Duty: WWII amid PC remote hacking reports

American video game publisher Activision has temporarily taken down Call of Duty: WWII from the Microsoft Store and the PC version of Game Pass following reports from players regarding their computers getting hacked after playing the game. The issue does not affect players on Steam or console platforms like Xbox, as the game remains available there. In a statement on Friday, Activision confirmed that the PC version of the game had been 'brought offline while we investigate reports of an issue.' The publisher did not specify the exact nature of the issue, but The Verge reported that multiple players on social media have said that their systems were compromised through an RCE (Remote Code Execution) attack. This is a serious security flaw where a hacker can remotely run malicious code on someone's device — effectively taking control of the system. How did it happen? Reports suggest the problem may be tied to an outdated version of the game that was recently added to the Microsoft Store and Game Pass in June. According to TechCrunch, the version uploaded to Microsoft's platforms may have included a known vulnerability that had already been patched in other versions, such as the one available on Steam. According to a report by The Verge, a streamer shared a video in which the game froze mid-session, followed by windows opening on the desktop and a message warning they had been 'RCE'd.' Remote Code Execution is one of the more dangerous types of software vulnerability, often used to deploy malware, spyware, or other harmful programs on a target device. In this case, simply playing the game could put a user's system at risk. What should players do? If you have recently played Call of Duty: WWII on PC via Game Pass or the Microsoft Store, it's best to run a security scan on your system and avoid launching the game until further notice. Activision has not confirmed when the game will return, but as per their statement, they are currently investigating the issue. Meanwhile, players who own the game on Steam or play it on Xbox are not affected and can continue to play as usual.

Call of Duty title pulled from Microsoft Store after hackers exploit game to hijack PCs
Call of Duty title pulled from Microsoft Store after hackers exploit game to hijack PCs

India Today

time09-07-2025

  • India Today

Call of Duty title pulled from Microsoft Store after hackers exploit game to hijack PCs

Call of Duty: WWII has been taken off the Microsoft Store after several PC players reported a major security problem during online matches. According to many gamers, hackers were able to take control of their computers while they were playing the game. This issue started just days after the 2017 Call of Duty title was added to Xbox Game Pass on June 30. By July 5, the official Call of Duty updates account confirmed that the PC version had been removed from the store while they look into the makes this more serious is that players have shared videos showing what actually happened. In one clip, the game suddenly froze, and a command window opened by itself, followed by a message from the hacker saying they had taken over the system. Some players even said their computers shut down by force, while others had their desktop wallpapers changed to inappropriate images. This kind of hack is known as a remote code execution (RCE) attack, where someone can run commands on your PC without needing to be near believe the problem is linked to how older Call of Duty games work online. Instead of using dedicated servers, which are more secure, the game uses peer-to-peer (P2P) networking. That means one player's computer becomes the host of the match, making it easier for hackers to target others in the same session. This setup may save costs for the developers, but it also opens the door to serious risks, especially in games with known weaknesses. Players in the Call of Duty community have often warned others to stay away from older titles on PC for this very reason. And while hacking in multiplayer games isn't new, this time it goes beyond cheating — it's about taking control of someone's entire of now, there's no word on when Call of Duty: WWII will return to the Microsoft Store or what steps are being taken to fix the issue. Activision has not confirmed whether other versions of the game, like the one on Steam, are also there's an official update, it's best to avoid launching the game on PC, especially if you're using Game Pass or the Microsoft Store version. Players are advised to keep an eye on the official Activision channels for any new announcements.- Ends

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