Hackers pile on PHP2Shell as AWS reveals attacks began before disclosure
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Summary
Attackers are exploiting the PHP2Shell vulnerability, and AWS found attempts began four days before patches were released.
Key facts
- Cloudflare reported millions of exploit attempts against PHP2Shell.
- Amazon spotted attackers trying the flaw four days before patches landed.
Why it matters
Anyone running unpatched PHP systems faces active exploitation, and attacks that started before disclosure mean patching after the public warning may already be too late.
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- The RegisterPublication · PrimaryHackers pile on PHP2Shell as AWS reveals attacks began before disclosure · By Carly PageRead at The Register