KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The cyber attacks that hit Europe by exploiting refrigeration management system vulnerabilities and spoiling thousands of tonnes of fresh food products should serve as a lesson for Malaysia's domestic ecosystem, according to an expert.
Europe's Food Spoilage Cyber Incident A Timely Lesson For Malaysia - Expert
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Key takeaways
A cyber attack in Europe that spoiled food via refrigeration systems warns Malaysia to strengthen food supply chain security under cybersecurity laws.
- Europe's cyber attack exploited refrigeration systems, spoiling large amounts of food.
- Malaysia's food infrastructure relies heavily on digital automation and needs better cybersecurity.
- The incident highlights the need for improved food supply chain security under national cybersecurity laws.
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