Are there any alternative methods, besides Apache parsing, that could expose the source code of PHP files to potential attackers?

One alternative method that could expose the source code of PHP files to potential attackers is misconfigured server settings. To prevent this, ensure that your server is properly configured to not display PHP source code when errors occur. Additionally, avoid storing sensitive information in your PHP files and use secure coding practices to minimize the risk of exposing your source code. 

// Prevent displaying PHP source code on error
ini_set('display_errors', 0);
ini_set('display_startup_errors', 0);
error_reporting(0);

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