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Why are fridges being hacked and what could be next? - The Latest

The Guardian •
November 03, 2026 • 07:12 PM
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Supermarket fridges and freezers in several European countries have malfunctioned after a reported cyber-attack. It comes as the UK’s cybersecurity body warns it expects AI-powered hacking attacks on infrastructure such as power stations, airports and hospitals. Lucy Hough speaks to global tech reporter Aisha Down

Why are fridges being hacked and what could be next? - The Latest

Supermarket fridges and freezers in several European countries have malfunctioned after a reported cyber-attack, with their thermostats remotely cranked up. It is unclear who is behind the latest apparent attack but the EU has condemned what it said was ‘a deliberate attempt to disrupt our food supply’. It comes as the UK’s cybersecurity body warns AI-powered malicious software is ‘highly likely’ to be used in hacking attacks against the UK’s power stations, airports and hospitals by 2028. Lucy Hough speaks to global tech reporter Aisha Down

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