How can the security implications of allow_url_fopen be mitigated in PHP applications?

The security implications of allow_url_fopen in PHP applications can be mitigated by disabling this feature. This prevents PHP from opening remote files using a URL, which can be a security risk if not handled properly. 

// Disable allow_url_fopen in PHP configuration
ini_set('allow_url_fopen', 0);

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