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Hackers caused supermarket fridges to overheat in France, sparking fires

Reported · Written up by our desk · Equities

Hackers carried out a large-scale cyberattack that targeted hundreds of French supermarkets, disrupting their refrigerators.

According to CNBC Markets, the refrigerators overheated, reaching about 122°F, which spoiled food and sparked fires.

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CNBC MarketsFrench supermarket fridges get hacked, heating to 122°F and sparking fires
CNBC WorldFrench supermarket fridges get hacked, heating to 122°F and sparking fires

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