AI Uncovers Hidden PHP Flaw as Wikimedia, BBC and Governments Pull Websites

TLDR A flaw called PHP2Shell, found in the PHP programming language, was disclosed on Wednesday and affects versions released over the last decade. PHP powers about 70% of the world’s websites, according to Wiz. Cloudflare saw millions of exploit attempts after the announcement. The NSA, CISA and the UK’s NCSC urged fast patching, or taking systems offline if patching is not possible. CISA said it has not identified any successful attacks linked to the flaw. A serious security flaw in the PHP programming language has led governments and companies around the world to act.

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