AI detects a flaw that puts up to 70% of the world's websites at risk

A critical security vulnerability in PHP, named PHP2Shell, has been discovered, potentially allowing hackers to take control of systems running the software. This flaw, which affects a significant portion of the web, was identified using AI tools, prompting urgent action from web administrators. The vulnerability relates to PHP's memory management and can be exploited quickly, raising concerns about rapid attacks. The discovery was made during a code audit funded by OpenAI, highlighting the dual role of AI in both identifying and potentially exploiting software vulnerabilities. A patch is set to be released soon, but the situation remains tense as hackers may act swiftly once details are public.