Cyberattack hits Coop supermarkets in Sicily, disrupting stores in Catania and Palermo
Supermarket cyberattacks have affected Coop stores in Catania and Palermo, disrupting operations at the Italian retailer as a wave of digital attacks targets European grocery chains.
The incidents in Sicily come amid a wider series of cyberattacks against supermarkets across Europe, raising concerns about the vulnerability of retail infrastructure and the potential impact on consumers.
The attacks have already affected several French supermarkets, with disruptions reported at stores in Montreuil earlier in October.
The latest incidents highlight how cybercriminal activity can interfere with essential services, including food retail, where digital systems are increasingly relied upon for stock management, payments and day-to-day operations.
Supermarkets have become attractive targets because disruptions can affect large numbers of customers and create pressure to restore services quickly.
The attacks in Catania and Palermo also underline the growing importance of cybersecurity for businesses operating across Italy and Europe, particularly as retailers expand their use of connected systems and digital infrastructure.
Further details on the scale of the disruption in Sicily, the systems affected and whether customer data was compromised were not immediately available.
The incidents add to mounting concerns over the resilience of Europe’s retail sector against cyber threats, with businesses facing pressure to strengthen their defences and ensure continuity of essential services during digital attacks.
via Euronews
