'Backbone of the web': What is PHP and how has it raised AI hacking fears?
Summary
A programming language called PHP, used by about 70% of the world’s websites, was found to have serious security flaws. Artificial intelligence (AI) helped discover these flaws, leading many websites to go offline while they update their systems to prevent hacking.Key Facts
- PHP is a programming language created in the early 1990s and supports many websites globally.
- Security firms used AI tools from companies like OpenAI and Google to find hidden security weaknesses in PHP.
- The flaws could allow hackers to break into websites, including online stores and government services.
- A security update (patch) was released and experts urged organizations to update their PHP software immediately.
- Many websites, including official and popular sites, went offline temporarily to protect themselves.
- China's industry ministry advised organizations to inspect and upgrade their systems quickly and change passwords and keys.
- No active hacking attacks are confirmed yet, but the risk is serious as AI can find and exploit bugs faster than before.
- Smaller websites and users may not know about the flaws or update in time, leaving them vulnerable.
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