China ministry urges immediate PHP upgrade to boost cybersecurity
China's industry ministry on Thursday called for organisations and users to inspect tech systems and upgrade to the latest secure PHP version. It also recommends strengthening cybersecurity monitoring and timely changing of accounts, passwords and keys.
China's industry ministry on Thursday urged organisations and users to immediately conduct a comprehensive inspection of their technology systems and upgrade to the latest secure PHP version, according to a statement reported by Reuters.
The ministry also recommends strengthening cybersecurity monitoring and timely changing of accounts, passwords and keys, it added.
The call comes amid ongoing concerns about software vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious actors. PHP is a widely used scripting language for web development, and outdated versions can pose security risks.
The ministry did not specify a particular threat or incident that prompted the advisory but emphasised the importance of proactive measures to protect digital infrastructure.
Organisations are advised to prioritise the upgrade to mitigate potential cyberattacks and data breaches. The statement aligns with broader efforts by Chinese authorities to enhance national cybersecurity.
