Cyberattacks disrupt refrigeration systems at hundreds of supermarkets in France and elsewhere in Europe

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How the sides differ Left sources focus on the Danish software targeted, food losses and unidentified attackers; alternative sources stress the wider European impact, website shutdowns and a French minister's remarks to Parliament.

Both reports describe cyberattacks that affected refrigeration systems at hundreds of supermarkets in France. The New York Times says the attack targeted a Danish software system in more than 400 stores, forced some shops to discard frozen produce, and that the attackers have not been identified. AP says the attacks hit several European supermarket chains and led a major grocer to shut down websites serving customers in Europe and the United States. It also notes that French Finance Minister Roland Lescure addressed Parliament on Tuesday.

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Left NYThe New York TimesCyberattack Hits Hundreds of Supermarket Refrigeration Systems in France

Focuses on the targeted Danish software, the number of affected French stores, spoiled frozen goods, and the fact that the attackers remain unidentified.

Alternative APAPCyberattacks hit European supermarket chains and disrupt refrigeration systems

Presents a broader European disruption, including website shutdowns in Europe and the U.S., and highlights the French government's response in Parliament.

Right WTWashington TimesCyberattack targeting refrigeration systems hits 700 supermarkets, French government says