The European Commission is stepping in after cyberattacks caused cooling systems to fail at dozens of supermarkets across at least six EU countries this week. According to Politico, the Commission will examine how well retailers can withstand such attacks.
What happened
The attacks disrupted refrigeration systems at supermarkets. Food and agriculture commissioner Christophe Hansen said the incidents will be discussed at the Commission's Security College, a body that coordinates security matters at the EU level.
Why it matters
Supermarket cooling systems are a critical part of the food safety chain. When they fail, it means both food waste and supply problems. The Commission's review will show whether retailers' cyber defenses are adequate.
What's next
The Commission will assess retailers' resilience against attacks. The scope and timeline of the review are not yet clear, but the fact that the incidents hit multiple countries has turned the issue into an EU-level security matter.
