Who is hacking Europe’s supermarket fridges and freezers, and why?

Supermarket fridges across Europe have been targeted by suspected cyber-attacks, causing significant food spoilage. The EU condemned these actions as deliberate disruptions to the food supply chain. Affected retailers include Carrefour, Intermarché, and SuperValu, among others. Experts suggest state-sponsored actors or lone hackers may be responsible, with Russia and China being potential culprits. The vulnerability arises from outdated software in commercial fridges, which are often left unpatched. Retailers are urged to enhance their cybersecurity measures to prevent future incidents. The UK has not yet experienced similar attacks, attributed to fewer exposed systems.