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Cyberattack Disables Refrigeration at French Supermarkets
Original: (diesec.com) Cyberattack on French Supermarkets: Hackers Exploit Remote Access to Disable Refrigeration Systems In brief
Hackers targeted multiple French supermarket chains, exploiting remote access to manipulate refrigeration controllers and heat storage systems, risking food spoilage. Reports say attackers gained entry through remote-management tools used to control store cooling equipment. The incident is drawing attention to the vulnerability of critical retail infrastructure connected to the internet and the growing threat of attacks on physical systems rather than just data.
Why now: The attack shows cybercrime shifting from data theft to disrupting physical infrastructure, a worrying escalation.
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