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More European supermarkets are getting their freezers hacked

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European supermarkets including ICA Kvantum in Sweden and Coop in Sweden reported overnight temperature spikes reaching 50°C (122°F) due to suspected cyberattacks. Major chains across Belgium, Sweden, Luxembourg, and Estonia were affected, with employees unloading spoiled goods. The attack involved unauthorized access to refrigeration systems, causing immediate physical damage and food spoilage. The incident occurred in late November 2026, with reports shared by major international news outlets.

Key points

• IC A Kvantum supermarket in Sjoebo, Sweden, reported that its refrigeration units were hacked overnight, raising temperatures to 50 degrees Celsius (122 Fahrenheit).
• Employees at the affected ICA Kvantum store in Sweden were seen unloading spoiled food from the freezer units following the incident.

Context

Grocery stores across Europe have been hit by another wave of suspected cyberattacks, with major supermarket chains including ICA Kvantum, Coop, and others affected. Reports indicate unauthorized access to refrigeration systems caused sudden temperature changes, leading to spoiled food and operational disruption. This incident highlights growing concerns about digital security in retail infrastructure.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to reports from local sources and major news outlets. Specific attack vectors, malware types, or root cause analysis are not provided. Some details remain unverified, and the extent of physical damage beyond spoiled goods is not fully documented.

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