Websites worldwide go dark as two security flaws exposed in PHP

Two critical flaws in PHP, which powers a large share of the internet, prompted authorities and companies worldwide to take vulnerable websites offline until the vulnerabilities can be patched.

 

The NSA said that attackers could use the flaws to take over web servers without needing a password. PHP underpins popular web design platforms, so the weaknesses could affect a wide range of websites, from online stores and news outlets to government services.

 

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Stay safe everyone!