Expert PHP Code Review for AI-Built Apps
PHP powers a massive portion of the web through WordPress, Laravel, and custom applications. AI-generated PHP code frequently contains SQL injection vulnerabilities, outdated patterns, and missing security headers.
Common PHP issues we find
Real problems from PHP codebases we've reviewed.
SQL injection vulnerabilities
Direct variable interpolation in SQL queries instead of prepared statements or query builders, allowing attackers to read or modify database contents.
Cross-site scripting (XSS)
User input echoed directly into HTML without htmlspecialchars() or template engine escaping, enabling script injection attacks.
Insecure file uploads
File upload handlers that only check MIME types without validating file content, allowing PHP shell uploads and remote code execution.
Deprecated function usage
AI tools generate code using deprecated functions like mysql_query, ereg, and create_function that are removed in modern PHP versions.
Missing CSRF protection
Forms and state-changing endpoints without CSRF token verification, allowing attackers to execute actions on behalf of authenticated users.
No opcode caching
PHP applications deployed without OPcache enabled, forcing PHP to parse and compile every file on each request.
PHP production checklist
Key checks before deploying your PHP app.
All queries use prepared statements or query builder
Output escaped with htmlspecialchars() or template engine
File uploads validated by content (not just MIME type)
CSRF tokens on all state-changing forms and endpoints
PHP version 8.1+ with strict_types enabled
OPcache enabled in production
Composer dependencies locked (composer.lock committed)
Error display disabled in production (display_errors = Off)
Not sure if your app passes? Our code audit ($19) checks all of these and more.
Our PHP services
Security Review
Deep security analysis of your application — from API endpoints to database access.
Deploy & Ship
From local development to production deployment.
Fix Bugs
We diagnose and fix bugs in AI-generated apps — from mysterious crashes to features that just don't work right.
Refactor Code
Clean up messy, duplicated, and hard-to-maintain code without breaking what already works.
AI tools that generate PHP code
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your PHP project at a fixed price.
Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 checks
- SSL/TLS analysis
- Security headers
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerabilities
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- AI pattern analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
How it works
Tell us about your app
Share your project details and what you need help with.
Get a clear plan
We respond in 24 hours with scope, timeline, and cost.
Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
Is AI-generated PHP code secure?
PHP has a long history of security pitfalls, and AI tools frequently generate code with SQL injection, XSS, and file upload vulnerabilities. A security review is essential before going live.
Should I modernize my PHP codebase?
If your app uses PHP 7.x or older patterns, yes. We upgrade to PHP 8.x with strict typing, modern syntax, and current security practices — often fixing bugs in the process.
Can you deploy my PHP application?
Yes. We configure proper production PHP settings, set up OPcache, configure your web server (Nginx/Apache), and handle SSL, monitoring, and CI/CD.
How do you review PHP code?
We audit for injection vulnerabilities, authentication flaws, file handling security, session management, and output encoding — covering the OWASP Top 10 for PHP.
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