‘Black October’: cybersecurity experts sound the alarm over new era of AI-enabled hacking
In October, a major PHP bug was discovered, raising concerns about AI‑driven cyber attacks. The flaw, known as PHP‑2024‑001, permits remote code execution and is being exploited. Experts warn that AI can automate scanning and exploitation, triggering a wave of attacks. Governments and industry groups are coordinating patch releases and monitoring for new threats. Companies are urged to patch quickly to mitigate the threat.