France: Several Hundred Supermarkets Affected by Cyberattack on Their Refrigeration Systems

At least 300 French supermarkets, including Intermarché, E.Leclerc, Coopérative U, and Monoprix outlets, were affected by a cyberattack targeting their refrigeration systems, leading to significant food waste. Hackers remotely triggered forced defrosting, forcing stores to discard affected perishable goods. The Paris prosecutor's office has launched an investigation to identify victims and assess damages, focusing on the Danish Danfoss refrigeration control systems. The incident has been described as extremely serious and unprecedented, highlighting concerns over food safety and security.