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EU cyber chief warns home appliances may be next target after supermarket hacks

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The European Union's top cybersecurity official has warned that home appliances could be the next target for cyberattacks, following recent incidents affecting supermarket refrigeration systems. These attacks impacted supermarkets in at least 12 European countries, with France experiencing the most severe effects. The executive director of ENISA emphasized that cybersecurity must be a priority, not an afterthought, and called for increased investment to combat escalating cyber threats. AI

IMPACT This warning highlights the increasing vulnerability of connected devices and the need for robust cybersecurity measures across various sectors.

RANK_REASON The item discusses warnings and calls for investment from a cybersecurity official regarding potential future threats, rather than reporting on a specific event like a release, funding, or regulatory action.

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EU cyber chief warns home appliances may be next target after supermarket hacks

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    After fridge hacks, home appliances could be next, EU cyber chief warns

    After recent attacks on supermarket fridges, home appliances could be next, the EU’s cyber chief said on Tuesday, as he urged Europe to invest more to counter growing cyber threats. Supermarkets in at least 12 European countries were hit by cyberattacks in October and November, w…

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