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The video centers on the recent security update for the Steam version of Modern Warfare 2, addressing a previous vulnerability involving a worm disguised as a file called D sound.dll. Activision's patch has increased the game's safety, and a new file, Cod cleaner.exe, has been added to ensure clean game files. Despite the fix, the speaker warns that future vulnerabilities could arise, requiring ongoing updates. The video emphasizes the broader need for continuous updates for older Call of Duty titles, especially in light of the Microsoft merger and potential integration into Game Pass. The speaker advises caution when playing these older games on PC and recommends third-party clients like Plutonium and iw4x for a safer experience. They explain the differences between Remote Code Execution (RCE) and simple game crashes, suggesting that outdated code in these games is a root cause of security issues. The speaker commits to keeping viewers informed of future updates, thanking them for their support and encouraging feedback and engagement.
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In this part of the video, Rage discusses the recent security update for the Steam version of Modern Warfare 2. He recaps the previous issue involving a worm that infected PCs through a disguised file called D sound.dll, which led to the game being temporarily taken offline. Activision has since patched this vulnerability, making the game safer to play. Rage notes that a new file, Cod cleaner.exe, has been added to the game, likely for ensuring clean game files, though its exact function is unclear. He appreciates Activision’s efforts to update the game’s security and hopes for similar updates for other older Call of Duty games. However, he cautions that while the game is safer for now, new vulnerabilities could emerge, indicating that these fixes are not foolproof.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the current state of old Call of Duty games, emphasizing the need for continuous updates from Activision and developers, especially with the ongoing Microsoft merger and potential integration into Game Pass. The speaker advises caution when playing older Call of Duty titles on PC due to potential vulnerabilities but clarifies that extreme consequences are unlikely. They recommend using third-party clients like Plutonium for a better and safer gameplay experience, particularly for Modern Warfare 3 and Black Ops 2, while noting that iw4x is still viable for Modern Warfare 2. They differentiate between Remote Code Execution (RCE) and simple game crashes, mentioning that crashes, while inconvenient, do not carry the same risks as RCE. Lastly, the speaker suggests that many security issues stem from the games being built on outdated code, and while Band-Aid fixes are common, future Call of Duty games may continue to build on the existing IW9 engine.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the ease of managing security updates for all Call of Duty games, whether it’s Modern Warfare, Black Ops, or Warzone. They emphasize how these updates are crucial for games on PC, specifically mentioning that Modern Warfare 2 on Steam has become safer. The speaker promises to keep the audience updated on future developments related to these updates. They conclude by thanking the viewers, encouraging feedback in the comment section, and asking for likes and subscriptions.