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Cyberattack Affects Hundreds of French Supermarket Fridges

A cyberattack has targeted hundreds of refrigeration systems in French supermarkets, causing severe disruption. The attack led to refrigerator temperatures rising to 122°F, resulting in multiple fires and threats to food supply integrity. Investigators have yet to identify the hackers, with no entity claiming responsibility for the incident. The impact on French supermarket chains is significant, as these disruptions have resulted in millions in losses due to spoiled goods and damaged equipment. Authorities are actively working on identifying the perpetrators and mitigating further risks to the supply chain and market operations in France. This event highlights the vulnerabilities in retail infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of robust cybersecurity measures in protecting operational systems from such attacks. The direct financial impact on the supermarkets could affect their operational costs and supply availability in the short term.