Show HN: Free checker for the PHP2Shell flaw that works on old, slow sites

Category: security

Tags: security, php, vulnerability-scanner, web-security, online-tool

Score: 3.7/10 (Innovation: 3, Technical: 3, Documentation: 4, Utility: 5)

The PHP2Shell checker is a free online tool that helps determine if a website is vulnerable to the recently disclosed PHP2Shell flaw, which affects PHP versions from 5.4 onward and allows remote code execution under default configurations. It targets older or resource-constrained sites that may not have been patched, providing a quick exposure check. While the tool addresses a critical security need, its technical implementation appears straightforward and the documentation is minimal.

Target audience: web developers, system administrators, security professionals

Repository: https://simgen.dev/php-patch-check/

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