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How do hackers spoil food?

This attack likely exploited vulnerabilities in the fridges' internet-connected control systems. By gaining access, hackers could manipulate temperature settings, turn off cooling, or even trigger malfunctions like fires, as reported. This highlights a growing threat where cyberattacks move beyond digital data to impact physical infrastructure and cause real-world damage.

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