Overview

• The Microsoft Store edition remains offline with no patch timeline or return date announced as Activision investigates the vulnerability
• Hackers leveraged a remote code execution flaw to seize control of users’ systems, focusing on trolling pop-ups and forced shutdowns
• The exploit traces back to the game’s pre-MW2019 engine and peer-to-peer matchmaking, which lack the newer Ricochet anti-cheat protections
• An influx of Xbox Game Pass players reignited the dormant vulnerability in the retro title, highlighting risks in bringing legacy games to subscription services
• Players have condemned Activision’s vague “issue” labeling and are demanding transparent updates and a comprehensive fix across older Call of Duty titles