Activision Pulls Call of Duty: WWII PC Versions After Player Hacks

Activision has removed the Microsoft Store and Game Pass PC versions of Call of Duty: WWII following reports of a security flaw that allowed hackers to compromise players' computers through remote code execution (RCE) attacks. This issue emerged shortly after the 2017 game was added to these platforms, with players sharing videos showing their games freezing and unauthorized command windows taking control of their systems. The vulnerability appears specific to these editions, as the Steam version had already been patched and remains unaffected. Experts suggest the problem is exacerbated by the game's use of peer-to-peer networking, which exposes players to greater risks compared to dedicated servers. Activision is investigating the situation but has not yet announced a timeline for fixing the flaw or restoring the affected versions. This incident follows a pattern of recent security challenges faced by Activision in its Call of Duty titles.