American manufacturer investigates hackers attacking cooling systems in European supermarkets
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The American manufacturer Copeland is currently investigating cyberattacks on refrigerators and freezers in European supermarkets. Copeland makes cooling and freezing systems that are used in many stores to keep food cold. The company is looking into whether someone from outside has gained access to these systems.
Cyberattacks are attacks via the internet, in which hackers try to take over or damage computers or devices. In the case of cooling systems, such an attack can lead to the temperature no longer being properly controlled. For supermarkets this is important, because meat, dairy and other products spoil at too high a temperature and are then no longer safe to eat.
It is not yet clear who is behind the attacks or how many stores have been affected exactly. It is also not known whether the attacks have already caused significant damage. Copeland has not yet completed its investigation and has so far not provided full details.
For consumers in Belgium there is currently no direct reason for alarm, but the story shows how important the security of technical systems is. Supermarkets and manufacturers must protect their devices well. Copeland's investigation will show whether the attacks remain limited or whether more problems arise.
Sources: bnr.nl
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