In what situations is it acceptable to use eval() in PHP, and how can it be implemented safely to prevent security vulnerabilities?

Using eval() in PHP can introduce security vulnerabilities as it allows for the execution of arbitrary code. It is generally not recommended to use eval() unless absolutely necessary. If you must use eval(), make sure to sanitize and validate any user input before passing it to eval() to prevent code injection attacks. 

$code = $_POST['code']; // Assume $code is user input

// Sanitize and validate user input before using eval()
if (/* validation condition */) {
    eval($code);
}

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