Technology · Cybersecurity · 2 outlets (L 0 · C 0 · R 2)
PHP flaw puts nearly 80% of the web at risk of attack
A PHP vulnerability dubbed Black October has put nearly 80% of the world wide web at risk of attack. An official fix is available, but outlets warn users' online data could remain vulnerable for years.[1, 2] Both outlets say an official fix is available for the vulnerability.[1, 2] Both published guidance on steps people can take to protect themselves and their data during what they call the PHP web meltdown.[1, 2]
Covered by Blaze Media and Conservative Review
Read first How to protect yourself and your data during the PHP web meltdown
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Of the 2 rated outlets that covered it, 0 are left of center, 0 are center and 2 are right of center (2 of them in the Right group).
Too few left- or right-leaning outlets to compare: 0 of 42 left-leaning, 0 of 33 center and 2 of 38 right-leaning outlets covered it.
- Left: none.
- Leans left: none.
- Center: none.
- Leans right: none.
- Right: Blaze Media (+1.71), Conservative Review (+2.76).
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