Hundreds of French supermarkets experienced a cyberattack that forced fridges to heat to 50C, causing food spoilage and fires. The incident affected major chains including Intermarche, Coopérative U, and Leclerc, with over 400 stores impacted. The attack highlights the vulnerability of connected systems in the food supply chain.
The attack targeted refrigeration systems from Danish supplier Danfoss, with affected units running outdated firmware. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu instructed ANSSI to investigate, and France is coordinating with European counterparts to assess potential impacts in other countries. Dutch retailer Ahold Delhaize also reported a security issue affecting its systems.
The incident underscores the growing concern over cyber threats to critical infrastructure. Authorities are working to protect consumers and restore normal operations, with no immediate estimate of industry-wide losses. The attack represents a significant challenge to food security and highlights the need for improved resilience across the supply chain.