Supermarket freezers across Europe hit by second suspected cyber-attack

Supermarket freezers across Europe have been hit by a suspected cyber-attack, affecting stores in Sweden, Belgium, and Luxembourg. The incident caused refrigeration temperatures to rise overnight, potentially threatening the safety of perishable food products. This is similar to a hack that occurred in France in October, resulting in significant food losses. The impact on the economy and trade is uncertain, but it highlights the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to cyber threats.

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A second suspected cyber-attack has hit supermarket freezers across Europe, causing fridge temperatures to rise overnight. This could lead to food spoilage and disruptions in the supply chain, affecting consumer confidence and potentially leading to economic

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