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PHP flaw raises industry concerns over AI-assisted cyberattacks

Researchers used AI to identify critical flaws in PHP, a programming language used by millions of websites. These weaknesses may have gone unpatched for years. Cybersecurity executives warn that AI could increase the pace and scale of finding and exploiting vulnerabilities. Sam Altman also said he no longer believes all bugs can be patched.

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PHP flaw raises industry concerns over AI-assisted cyberattacks
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What to know

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    AI helped researchers uncover critical weaknesses in PHP, which is used by millions of websites.

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    Sam Altman expressed doubt that patching every bug remains possible.

Why it matters

PHP’s widespread use helps explain industry concern about the pace of vulnerability discovery and the ability to patch flaws.

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