Why France accused Iran and its Shahid Kaveh cyber unit of being behind freezer hacks
France officially accused Iran of a cyberattack that targeted 700 refrigeration systems in October, marking a significant escalation in tensions. The French government identified the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' cyber command as responsible and named specific individuals, including the head of the IRGC-CEC, for whom arrest warrants have been issued. This unprecedented attack caused extensive damage, affecting supermarkets and other facilities, leading to multiple fires and psychological distress among the population.
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