PHP. Discovery of "one of the most serious" vulnerabilities on the internet

Critical vulnerabilities in PHP, a programming language used by 70% of websites, were discovered, allowing remote code execution. The vulnerabilities, named "php2shell," were identified using AI and pose significant risks to internet security. Authorities worldwide, including Portugal, have urged immediate updates to mitigate potential attacks. Major websites, including Wikipedia and BBC, experienced downtime for updates. The vulnerabilities were rated 9.2 out of 10 in severity, with experts warning of potential global repercussions. The National Cybersecurity Center in Portugal is actively monitoring and addressing the situation, as attempts to exploit these vulnerabilities have already been detected.