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  1. PHP2Shell: GitLab helps find and remediate critical PHP flaws

    Critical remote code execution vulnerabilities known as PHP2Shell affect the PHP engine across multiple versions, requiring immediate runtime updates to fixed versions or patched distribution packages. The team utilized platform features like container scanning, code search, and automated agent workflows to locate PHP projects and remediate vulnerabilities. Operators must also check logs and environments for signs of compromise as framework updates and input validations cannot prevent these engine-level flaws.

    DEPTH ■■■■■10 min read5 days ago

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  2. Redesigning source control at Anthropic

    Anthropic experienced a massive surge in code generation due to AI coding tools, causing git to become a critical bottleneck for their monorepo. To scale, the team built Scion, a custom version control system optimized for online clients and server-side computation. This new architecture reduced infrastructure resource requirements by 200x and drastically improved checkout speeds for CI jobs.

    DEPTH ■■■■■17 min read2 weeks ago

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