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Fridge hackers exploited ‘basic security flaws’ at French retailers

Fridge hackers exploited ‘basic security flaws’ at French retailers
Financial Times Wednesday 21 October 2026, 15:38 UTC 1 min read
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Head of France’s cyber security agency said lack of protection and weak passwords helped criminals seize control of systems

Head of France’s cyber security agency said lack of protection and weak passwords helped criminals seize control of systems
French (ORG) France (LOCATION)
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