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Cyberattack Disables Refrigeration in Multiple Ica Stores

Cyberattack Disables Refrigeration in Multiple Ica Stores

First seen 2 Nov 2026, 13:46 UTC •
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ThreatCluster •November 2, 2026 at 19:47 UTC
  • •Multiple Ica stores in Sweden were hacked, affecting refrigeration systems.
  • •Food spoilage occurred due to temperature settings being altered to unsafe levels.
  • •Ica's national cybersecurity center is currently investigating the incident.

Ica stores across Sweden, including Sjöbo and Tomelilla, experienced a cyberattack that disabled refrigeration systems, causing food spoilage. The attack reportedly involved hackers altering temperature settings, with some freezers reaching up to 55 degrees Celsius. Affected stores include several Ica locations in Skåne, Öland, Värmland, and Stockholm, as well as six Coop stores in Gästrikland and Hälsingland. Ica's national cybersecurity center is investigating the incident, which has disrupted operations and led to significant food waste. Store managers expressed concern over the impact on staff and customers, as they work to restore normal conditions. The incident follows a similar attack in France, raising suspicions of a coordinated effort against grocery chains.

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Timeline

2026-11-02
Cyberattack on Ica stores reported
Ica stores across Sweden, including Sjöbo and Tomelilla, reported refrigeration failures due to a cyberattack, leading to food spoilage.
SVT
2026-11-02
Ica confirms investigation
Ica's national cybersecurity center is investigating the incident, which has affected multiple stores and disrupted operations.
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Common questions

Which Ica stores are affected?
Ica stores in Sjöbo, Tomelilla, and several locations in Skåne, Öland, Värmland, and Stockholm are affected.
What is being done to address the issue?
Ica's national cybersecurity center is investigating the incident and providing support to affected stores.
How severe is the food spoilage?
Food spoilage is significant, with reports of freezers reaching temperatures that rendered all products inside unsalvageable.