PHP Panic: Two Critical Bugs Put 70% of the Internet at Risk, and Everyone Is Freaking Out

Two critical bugs in PHP, the language running most of the web, let strangers take over servers without a password. The patch is out, attacks started early, and governments pulled the plug.
Key Takeaways
- Two critical bugs in PHP, the language running most of the web, let strangers take over servers without a password.
- The patch is out, attacks started early, and governments pulled the plug.
- Read the full article for additional context and details.
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