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Could hackers target Australian supermarket fridges?

SBS News Australia •
November 03, 2026 • 01:53 AM
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European fridge hacks raise questions about whether Australian supermarkets could face similar cyberattacks.

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A cyberattack that disrupted supermarket fridges and freezers across Europe has raised new questions about food security and infrastructure risks. Could Australian supermarkets face a similar threat? A cybersecurity expert explains how the attacks work, why they're concerning and what can be done to stop them.

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