British food suppliers have been caught up in a wave of cyberattacks targeting supermarket refrigerators across Europe. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) confirmed that vulnerable refrigeration technology had been exploited in a small number of incidents in Britain, after hackers remotely manipulated supermarket fridge temperatures across several European countries.
UK food suppliers hit by European cyberattacks
UKPulse News DeskBritish food suppliers have been caught up in a wave of cyberattacks targeting supermarket refrigerators across Europe.
- The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) confirmed that vulnerable refrigeration technology had been exploited in a small number of incidents in Britain.
- More than 800 fridge interfaces associated with British retailers are accessible over the public internet, leaving them vulnerable to hacking.
- The attacks have forced retailers in several European countries to throw away large quantities of fresh and frozen food.
Why this matters: The incidents have raised concerns about the wider consequences of cyberattacks on essential infrastructure, particularly as supermarkets increasingly rely on internet-connected equipment and third-party contractors.
What this means for you: If you rely on supermarkets for your food, be aware that cyberattacks could potentially disrupt supplies and lead to shortages.