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Hackers Are Targeting Grocery and Medicine Refrigeration Systems, U.S. Agencies Warn After European Attacks Spoiled Food U.S. agencies warn that hackers are targeting internet-connected refrigeration systems, threatening food, blood and medicine storage as investigations continue into attacks in Europe and possible U.S. incidents. Medical Daily · 17h ago
The most hacked country in Europe? Why France is the target of so many cyberattacks The “unprecedented” hacks of French supermarket refrigerators were the latest in a series of major cyberattacks that have made the country the most hacked in Europe, according to some analysts. Cyberattacks are on the rise globally, but why is France such a ready target? France 24 · Nov 11
Hoax bomb threats made to schools in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Italy Police assure parents and teachers there is no danger as thousands of schools in Italy and hundreds in the UK affected The Guardian - UK · Nov 11
Nigerian court orders journalist kept in custody over report, renewing concerns over media freedom A decision by a court in Nigeria to keep investigative journalist Daniel Ojukwu in custody has sparked renewed concerns about media freedom The Independent UK · Nov 11
Scottish Government calls 'urgent meeting' after schools receive bomb threats The Scottish Government has issued a statement after schools across Scotland received hoax threats The National (Scotland) · Nov 11
Police treating threatening messages sent to schools in UK as hoaxes Schools in Scotland and Northern Ireland received threatening emails. Evening Standard · Nov 11
Farewell to Elon Musk’s Cybertruck. Has any car ever been more repellent? Safety campaigners have condemned it and owners have complained about it. Goodbye to a steel monstrosity seemingly designed by a five-year-old, writes Arwa Mahdawi The Guardian - UK · Nov 11
'Unable to manage fridges': Iran mocks France over supermarket cyberattack A diplomatic row has erupted between France and Iran after Paris accused an Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) cyber unit of carrying out attacks that disrupted refrigeration systems across hundreds of supermarkets in France. Tehran has rejected the allegations, with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi mocking the French government… The Times of India · Nov 10
After fridge hacks, home appliances could be next, warns EU cyber chief Supermarkets in at least 12 European countries were hit by cyberattacks in October and November, with France the worst affected. The Economic Times · Nov 10
Europe's Refrigeration Cyberattacks Expose a Weak Link in Critical Infrastructure, Cybersecurity Expert Warns The breach exploited internet-connected refrigeration systems maintained by an outside supplier, highlighting cybersecurity risks for hospitals and blood banks. International Business Times · Nov 10
Over 1,000 Child Abuse Videos Found on TikTok — Spain May Now Shut Down the Platform Spanish investigators found 1,000+ child abuse videos on TikTok with 48M views. TikTok removed just 5 of 50 reported clips. Spain may suspend the platform. Latin Times · Nov 10
France summons Iran ambassador after vowing to 'punish' fridge hackers France has blamed Iran for the wave of cyber attacks that hit supermarkets across the country in October The Independent UK · Nov 10
France threatens consequences for Iran after linking it to supermarket cyberattacks France has accused Iran’s Revolutionary Guards of being behind cyberattacks on hundreds of supermarket refrigerators in October, and has warned that Iran could face consequences. Radio France Internationale · Nov 10
France 24 · Nov 10 France vows sanctions for supermarket hacks as Iran rejects 'baseless accusations' France will seek European-level sanctions against Iran in response to cyberattacks on hundreds of supermarket fridges, Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said Tuesday, after accusing Tehran's Revolutionary Guards of orchestrating the October sabotage. Iran's foreign ministry said the accusations were "baseless and one-sided".
The Times of India · Nov 10 France blames Iran for cyberattacks on supermarket fridges French intelligence agencies have accused Iran's Revolutionary Guards of orchestrating disruptive cyberattacks against commercial refrigerators. The incidents targeted hundreds of supermarkets and other food establishments, resulting in significant disruptions to cold-storage systems. Following these attacks, blood banks were also affected, leading to urgent measures for cold-storage. French officials warned of…
We Got This Covered · Nov 9 11M Russian death certificates reportedly leaked, 412,576 tied to Ukraine. But Putin allegedly won’t ‘settle for anything less than everything he wants’ Even this many death certificates might not cover the full toll.
The Economic Times · Nov 9 French officials accuse Iran of being behind refrigerator hacks French officials have attributed the October cyberattacks on supermarket refrigerators to Iran's Revolutionary Guards. As a result of these attacks, harsh consequences for Iran may follow, including further EU sanctions. The cyber incident impacted hundreds of supermarkets and resulted in significant financial losses nationwide. Investigations are ongoing into similar incidents…
International Business Times · Nov 9 French Supermarkets Faced Repeated Cyberattacks. Officials Reportedly Suspect Iran Was Behind Them. French officials suspect Iranian hackers disrupted refrigeration systems at supermarkets and blood facilities across Europe, forcing food disposal and emergency transfers of blood products and samples.
We Got This Covered · Nov 9 Frontier passenger says he received an email promising a $397.90 refund after a system audit. Then they asked him to enter his credit card details He almost fell for it.
The Independent UK · Nov 8 UK military sends specialist ‘hunt’ missions overseas to thwart hostile hackers Military bosses say they are taking the defence of Britain’s military systems against hackers abroad
The Independent UK · Nov 8 UK military chief issues stark warning over Russian threat Britain’s most senior military officer said it was the most dangerous period he has witnessed in his adult life
The Guardian - UK · Nov 8 Hot fridges, a fake nuclear alert and a $6bn heist: are we in the foothills of a hacking epidemic? As AI exposes flaws in IT systems and geopolitics plays out on the cyber frontline, some experts say the events of recent weeks could soon be a common occurrence
The Guardian - AU · Nov 7 Forget hoarding toilet paper, talk to your neighbours: Australian experts on surviving disaster Unlike the UK, Australian authorities have not advised residents to stockpile food and essential supplies, saying the risks are different here
The Independent UK · Nov 7 Hacked blood banks, breached supermarket fridges and plane bomb hoaxes: What’s going on in Europe? IN FOCUS: After a week in which several European sectors were thrown into disarray, how concerned should the continent be of hybrid warfare by hostile adversaries? Alex Croft reports