Activision has removed a specific PC version of Call of Duty: WW2 just days after its release due to reports of a remote code execution (RCE) exploit that exploits players. This issue primarily affects the version available on Xbox PC Game Pass while the game remains accessible on Steam and Battle.net. Players have reported bizarre incidents where their gameplay freezes, dialogue boxes open unexpectedly, and victims’ desktop wallpapers change to a photo of a lawyer known for prosecuting video game cheats.

RCE exploits are serious vulnerabilities allowing unauthorized users to execute harmful code on any system running their software. Online security experts describe RCE exploits as particularly dangerous, often referred to as code injection attacks. Emerging from this context, gamers are expressing serious concerns on social media platforms. Notably, streamer Wrioh shared a clip demonstrating the exploit in action, along with user tweets claiming they could buy the exploit software. Meanwhile, the VX-Underground group has commented on the unusual memes associated with this exploit, indicating that it appears more focused on trolling rather than causing genuine harm.