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Supermarket Freezers Hit by Cyber-Attack Across Belgium and Sweden

Dozens of supermarkets across Belgium and Sweden have been hit by a suspected cyber-attack that tampered with freezers and fridges. 40 Delhaize and 15 Carrefour stores were affected in Belgium, plus ICA and Coop shops in Sweden and 13 SuperValu stores in Ireland. One Swedish shop saw temperatures set to 50C. It is unclear who is responsible, and a similar attack recently struck French supermarkets.

By BriefTea Editorial · 2 November 2026 at 11:45

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