Activision Takes Down Call of Duty Game Due to PC Hackers Exploiting Flaw
ByAinvest
Tuesday, Jul 8, 2025 2:55 pm ET1min read
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Activision took down the Microsoft Store version of Call of Duty: WWII due to hackers exploiting a flaw in the game, which led to several players' computers being hacked. The game remains offline as the company works to patch the issue. Activision has experienced several hacking incidents in recent years, including a hacking campaign targeting players with infostealer malware and a self-spreading malware that hacked Modern Warfare players.
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