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PHP vulnerability exposes gaps in open-source maintenance

Original: PHP vulnerability shows need for open-source maintenance

A newly reported vulnerability in PHP is drawing attention to the fragile state of open-source software upkeep. Security commentators say the flaw highlights how widely used projects like PHP depend on limited, underfunded maintenance, leaving critical infrastructure exposed. The discussion centers on whether companies relying on open-source code should contribute more resources to keeping it secure.

Why now: A security flaw in a widely used language is renewing debate over who should fund and maintain open-source software.

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