In what ways can communication with hosting providers be improved to address security concerns related to PHP files?
To improve communication with hosting providers regarding security concerns related to PHP files, it is essential to clearly outline the specific security measures that need to be implemented, such as updating PHP versions, enabling secure coding practices, and regularly monitoring for vulnerabilities. Providing detailed documentation and guidelines can help hosting providers understand the importance of these measures and ensure they are properly implemented.
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// Example code snippet for enabling PHP security measures
// Disable display_errors to prevent sensitive information leakage
ini_set('display_errors', 'Off');
// Set secure PHP configuration settings
ini_set('session.cookie_httponly', '1');
ini_set('session.cookie_secure', '1');
ini_set('session.use_only_cookies', '1');
// Enable PHP functions to prevent code injection
disable_functions('exec', 'system', 'shell_exec');