Fridges in French supermarkets hit by cyber attack

Hundreds of supermarkets across France have fallen victim to a massive cyber attack targeting their refrigeration systems. Hackers successfully manipulated the software controlling store fridges and freezers, causing temperatures to rise and resulting in the spoilage of millions of euros worth of fresh and frozen goods.

The overnight incident has affected major retail chains, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in connected commercial infrastructure. Authorities and cybersecurity experts are currently investigating the breach to identify the perpetrators and secure affected systems.