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Internet faces AI hacking 'tsunami' amid PHP crisis – security experts

Independent • October 23, 2026

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Cyber security experts have warned that digital threats will worsen significantly amid growing panic over AI -powered hacking.

A dangerous vulnerability was discovered in PHP, a programming language used to power roughly 70 per cent of the internet.

While major operators have patched the flaw, experts warn that updating complex or neglected legacy systems could take a long time.

Anthropic chief information security officer Jason Clinton warned of an impending vulnerability tsunami and advised organisations to isolate critical devices from the internet.

Experts highlighted that many companies lack the required visibility and skilled personnel to defend legacy technologies against AI-driven attacks.

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Internet faces AI hacking 'tsunami' amid PHP crisis – security experts

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