Tell HN: I unknowingly broke the PHP RCE embargo. I am sorry

First reported · 44h ago · 1 source

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Summary

A Hacker News user said they unknowingly broke an embargo on a PHP remote code execution vulnerability and apologized.

Key facts

  • The disclosure was posted on Hacker News on 2026-10-22.
  • The poster said the embargo break was unintentional.
  • The vulnerability is a PHP remote code execution flaw.

Why it matters

PHP users may face earlier public exposure of the flaw than planned, which can shorten the time available to patch before attackers act.

Technologies

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  1. Hacker NewsCommunity · Primary
    Tell HN: I unknowingly broke the PHP RCE embargo. I am sorry · By petecooper
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Tell HN: I unknowingly broke the PHP RCE embargo. I am sorry — Crest of Tech