Are there any security implications to consider when using copy() over move_upload_file()?

When using copy() to move uploaded files instead of move_upload_file(), there are potential security implications to consider. The move_upload_file() function is specifically designed for moving uploaded files and performs additional checks for security, such as ensuring the file is a valid upload and not a malicious script. Using copy() may not provide the same level of security checks, potentially allowing malicious files to be moved to the server.

// Use move_upload_file() instead of copy() to move uploaded files securely
if (move_uploaded_file($_FILES["file"]["tmp_name"], "uploads/" . $_FILES["file"]["name"])) {
    echo "File uploaded successfully.";
} else {
    echo "Error uploading file.";
}