KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs to strengthen its operational cyber resilience, as recent attacks targeting supermarket refrigeration systems in Europe have exposed vulnerabilities in connected systems that could disrupt food supply chains, according to a cyber security expert.
Malaysia Must Bolster Cyber Resilience As Europe Supermarket Attacks Expose Risks – Expert
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A cybersecurity expert advises Malaysia to strengthen operational resilience after European supermarket refrigeration systems were hacked. The attacks highlighted vulnerabilities in connected devices built for convenience rather than security, posing risks to food supply chains.
- European supermarket refrigeration systems were hacked in October and early November, forcing disposal of spoiled food.
- Experts note connected systems like refrigeration controllers are built for convenience, creating significant security gaps.
- Third-party vendors and shared remote monitoring platforms can expose multiple businesses to identical vulnerabilities.
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