France summoned Iran’s ambassador over cyberattacks on supermarket refrigeration equipment, international media report, citing the French foreign ministry.
In its November 9 statement, Paris attributed the attacks to Iran. French authorities say refrigeration controllers at more than 700 sites were targeted overnight on October 11-12, causing fires, equipment damage and food spoilage.
France estimates food losses at tens of millions of euros and is seeking EU sanctions. The attribution represents the French authorities’ findings. For retailers, the incident illustrates how compromised digital controls can cause direct inventory losses.
