Supermarket freezers across Europe hit by second suspected cyber-attack

Supermarket chains in Sweden, Belgium, and Luxembourg reported that refrigerator and freezer temperatures rose overnight in dozens of stores, raising fears of a cyber-attack similar to one that caused millions of euros in food losses in France. Sweden's Coop chain told Aftonbladet that six of its stores were affected, while ICA said a limited number of stores experienced an incident impacting their refrigeration and freezer systems. The incident follows a previous attack on French stores, underscoring the growing vulnerability of critical infrastructure to cyber threats. If confirmed, this second wave could signal a coordinated campaign targeting food supply chains, leading to significant financial losses and food waste. Retailers are now on high alert, investing in cybersecurity measures to protect their operations and consumers.