How can PHP developers prevent security risks such as brute force attacks or injection vulnerabilities in login systems?

To prevent security risks such as brute force attacks or injection vulnerabilities in login systems, PHP developers can implement measures such as using prepared statements to prevent SQL injection, implementing strong password hashing algorithms, limiting login attempts, and using CAPTCHA or reCAPTCHA to prevent automated login attempts. 

// Example code snippet to prevent SQL injection using prepared statements
$stmt = $pdo->prepare('SELECT * FROM users WHERE username = :username AND password = :password');
$stmt->execute(['username' => $username, 'password' => $password]);
$user = $stmt->fetch();

// Example code snippet to limit login attempts
if ($loginAttempts >= 3) {
    // Implement logic to lock the account or display a CAPTCHA
}

// Example code snippet to use reCAPTCHA
// Add reCAPTCHA verification logic before processing the login attempt

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