France Blames Iran for Cyberattack on Supermarket Refrigeration Systems

• •The cyberattack affected around 700 supermarkets in France, causing extensive food spoilage.
• •French authorities attribute the attack to Iran's IRGC and the Shahid Kaveh cyber unit.
• •France plans to impose EU sanctions in response to the unprecedented cyber sabotage.

On October 12, 2026, a cyberattack attributed to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targeted refrigeration systems in approximately 700 supermarkets across France, causing temperatures to rise to 50°C (122°F) and leading to significant food spoilage and financial losses estimated at tens of millions of euros. The attack involved remote manipulation of temperature controls, resulting in the destruction of perishable goods and even fires in some instances. French authorities have initiated a formal investigation, identifying the cyber unit Shahid Kaveh as responsible for the attack. In response, France has summoned the Iranian ambassador and announced plans to seek European Union sanctions against those involved. The incident marks a significant escalation in state-sponsored cyber warfare, with implications for critical infrastructure security across Europe.