Hacking

A second wave of suspected cyberattacks targeting supermarket fridges and freezers has spread across Europe, raising concerns about the security of connected refrigeration systems and the potential for cybercriminals to cause physical disruption without sophisticated malware. The latest incidents, reported on 2 November, affected refrigeration equipment in seven European countries, including Belgium, Sweden, Luxembourg, Finland and Ireland. Supermarket chains reportedly affected include Carrefour, Intermarché, Coop, ICA and Delhaize, with some refrigeration temperatures manipulated to reach...

Cybersecurity researchers at Forescout are drawing attention to the risks posed by exposed refrigeration control systems, warning that weaknesses in operational technology (OT) could have serious consequences for food supplies, business continuity and other temperature-sensitive operations. The warning comes following cyberattacks against French supermarkets in October 2026, which reportedly disrupted refrigeration systems at hundreds of stores. Attackers were able to interfere with cooling operations, resulting in temperature fluctuations, spoiled stock and significant disruption. The incidents...

A threat actor is claiming to have stolen millions of employee records from the Microsoft Azure environments of several major companies, raising concerns that the information could be used to launch targeted phishing, impersonation, and privilege escalation attacks. The threat actor, known as "TheHatman," has reportedly posted internal employee directories belonging to companies including McDonald's, Vodafone, Kyndryl, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), HCL Technologies, InterContinental Hotels Group, Gap, Hexaware Technologies, and Wyndham Hotels for sale on...

BreachForums, one of the most well-known English-language cybercrime forums, has reportedly suffered a data breach, exposing user information after the site was taken offline once again. As reported by The Register, a database linked to the forum was leaked online, potentially revealing account details, private messages and metadata on close to 325,000 accounts. However, security researchers caution that while the leak may attract attention, its intelligence value and authenticity remain uncertain. Michael Tigges, Senior Security...

Government data has been stolen in a cyberattack, though officials say the risk to individuals remains low, according to a UK minister. The incident has prompted an ongoing investigation and renewed warnings from cybersecurity experts about the long-term risks of state-linked digital espionage. Trade Minister Chris Bryant confirmed the breach in an interview with BBC Breakfast, saying officials moved quickly once the issue was identified. “An investigation is ongoing,” Bryant said, adding that the security...

Forescout Vedere Labs published a report exposing how a pro-Russian hacktivist group was duped into thinking they had hacked a European water facility, unaware their target was in fact a carefully crafted honeypot.   This “hack” provided Forescout researchers the rare opportunity to see first-hand how these groups look for and exploit weaknesses in critical infrastructure. Attackers were able to break in with default credentials, deface the human-machine interface and tamper with PLC settings. The group,...

We have witnessed cryptocurrency's rise from speculation to popularity because of the many benefits it offers and the financial gaps it has managed to fill in many industries, including finance, retail, entertainment, and many more. Some of the most commended benefits are the increased security and privacy that cryptocurrency use offers as compared to traditional forms of payment.  In this article, we will look at the ways in which cryptocurrency transactions can protect your sensitive...

International Cyber Expo has announced its programme for the annual Global Cyber Summit, sponsored by Sonatype, OpenText, and Infoblox, and hosted at Olympia London on the 26th and 27th of September 2023. The summit returns with greater international appeal. Among other topics of discussion, guest speakers will provide the Ukrainian perspective on cyber security, in light of recent geopolitical events. With opening remarks by Professor Ciaran Martin CB, Chair of International Cyber Expo’s Advisory Council,...

This week, it was discovered that cybercriminals had exploited an ongoing vulnerability in Progress Software’s MOVEit file transfer app to infiltrate the systems of payroll company, Zellis. According to its website, 42% of the FTSE 100 are Zellis customers and over £28bn is paid each year through its Managed Services. This eventually led to a widespread ransomware attack impacting at least eight customers including the BBC, British Airways, Aer Lingus and Boots; all of whom...

There's never a dull day in cybersecurity...Below, we round-up some of top stories that hit the headlines this week! A Rough Day for Colonel Sanders While many of us in the UK hit send on our final work email and tucked away our laptops to enjoy a well-deserved long weekend break, Yum! Brands - owner of the world-renown fast food triad of KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell - were in the midst of sending...