If you have downloaded or encountered this specific .zip file from an unverified source, exercise extreme caution:
The file you are referencing appears to be associated with reports of a self-spreading malware (worm) that targeted the classic 2009 version of the game on PC. Security Warning If you have downloaded or encountered this specific
: The malware exploits a long-standing "buffer overflow" vulnerability (CVE-2018-10718), allowing hackers to execute malicious code on a player's computer simply by being in the same game lobby. If you have the file, use a tool
: Most reputable antivirus engines now identify this threat. If you have the file, use a tool like VirusTotal to scan it before opening. Common Uses for COD-related ZIPs If you have the file
: Official security tools, like the Secure Attestation Wizard , are sometimes distributed in .zip format to help users verify their PC's TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot status.
Aside from malicious files, .zip archives are officially used by Activision Support for: