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What is PHP and why did it spark a global cyber security scramble?

What is PHP and why did it spark a global cyber security scramble?
BBC Business Thursday 22 October 2026, 03:48 UTC 1 min read
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AI uncovered long-hidden programming flaws, triggering a rare global cyber-security response.

AI uncovered long-hidden programming flaws, triggering a rare global cyber-security response.
PHP (ORG)
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