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October 16, 2026 · Industry Watch

French fridge attack exposes food supply cyber risks

Criminals reportedly manipulated supermarket refrigeration systems, causing extensive food spoilage.

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French fridge attack exposes food supply cyber risks
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Cyber criminals raised the temperature of French supermarket fridges to 50°C, spoiling food valued at millions of euros.

Bakery and Snacks reports that the incident highlights the vulnerability of connected refrigeration equipment and the wider cyber risks facing food and beverage supply chains.

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