Seven Intermarché stores targeted by cyberattack

Seven Intermarché supermarkets in Portugal were hit by a cyberattack targeting an external service provider responsible for refrigeration systems. The group states that food safety and supply chains remain intact and procedures are underway to restore normal operations.

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While the incident is localized and safety is assured, shoppers at Intermarché should be aware that technical issues related to refrigeration systems may temporarily disrupt normal operations in some locations.

Diário de Notícias· 1w agoRead original ↗

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