Several more Danish companies hit by cyberattack on freezers and refrigerators
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Two more Danish businesses have been subjected to an extensive cyberattack. The attack took place on Monday and has affected the temperature of freezers and refrigerators. Among the affected companies is a biotech company.
A cyberattack means that someone without permission gains access to computer systems. In this case, the attackers changed the temperature settings on the equipment. This can be serious, because samples and other products often must be stored at a precise temperature to avoid being spoiled.
The source does not provide further information about which companies have been affected, how many freezers are involved, or who is behind the attack. It is also not known whether Norwegian businesses have been affected by the attack.
The case shows that digital systems that control important equipment can also be attacked. It is therefore important that businesses have good control over their data security and routines for detecting such attacks quickly.
Sources: mn24.no
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