# Many German websites return online after PHP security fix

https://mins.news/en/item/110776

- DW, 2026-10-22 08:40 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-many-sites-back-online-after-php-security-fix/live-79728628?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> German public-service websites were taken offline as a precaution after a major vulnerability was found in PHP code. Some have resumed service following a security patch, but officials say it will take time to determine whether hackers exploited the flaw.

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