EU Cyber Chief Warns Home Appliances Could Be Next Targets Following Supermarket Fridge Hacks
Technology · First reported 10 Nov, 11:42 · Updated 17:43
The European Union's cybersecurity chief warned that home appliances could face cyberattacks following recent intrusions targeting supermarket refrigeration systems in at least 12 European nations. Officials called for increased investment across Europe to address escalating digital security threats.
- European Union cyber chief Juhan Lepassaar warned on Tuesday that household appliances could become future targets following cyberattacks on supermarket fridges.
- Supermarkets across at least 12 European countries were hit by cyberattacks during October and November.
- Lepassaar urged European nations to increase funding and investment to defend against expanding cyber threats.
- The remarks regarding the vulnerability of appliances were delivered in an interview with AFP on Tuesday.
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- Official warning issued by
- Juhan Lepassaar, EU cyber chief
- Affected sector
- Supermarkets in Europe
- Scope of attacks
- At least 12 European countries
- Timing of incidents
- October and November
- Next potential targets
- Home appliances
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