Cyber chiefs tell websites to make critical safety update or go offline
Summary
Two serious security problems were found in PHP, a popular tool used to build many websites. Experts in the UK, EU, and Australia warn website owners to update their PHP software immediately or take their sites offline to avoid cyberattacks.Key Facts
- PHP is a programming language used to create many websites and online services.
- Two critical security problems in PHP were discovered that hackers could exploit.
- The PHP Foundation released updates on October 21, 2026, to fix these problems.
- The UK's National Cyber Security Centre and similar agencies in the EU and Australia advised quick action.
- The Netherlands took its own government website offline because of the risk.
- The security flaw could allow hackers to run harmful software remotely without a password.
- Early hacking attempts have already been seen, and companies are updating protections.
- The problems may affect all PHP versions back to 2004, meaning many sites could be vulnerable.
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