Vulnerabilities in PHP Could Enable Dark Web Hosting via Kiwi Websites

• •A vulnerability in PHP could allow hijacking of Kiwi business websites.
• •Attackers can use compromised sites to host illegal content or launch attacks.
• •The vulnerabilities affect approximately 70% of websites globally.

A newly discovered vulnerability in PHP, affecting around 70% of websites globally, may allow cybercriminals to hijack Kiwi business websites for illicit activities. Daniel Watson, a cybersecurity expert, warns that even basic sites can be compromised to host illegal content or redirect users to fraudulent sites. The vulnerabilities could enable attackers to execute unauthorized code on affected servers, leading to significant reputational damage and operational disruption for businesses. Watson cites a past incident where a hotel’s compromised server was used to host a fraudulent banking site, resulting in forensic investigations and downtime. The vulnerabilities are critical, but specific CVEs were not disclosed in the article.