Iran denies role in fridge hack, France summons ambassador

France has summoned the Iranian ambassador to protest a recent cyberattack that targeted refrigeration units in hundreds of supermarkets across the country. The incident, which occurred last month, caused fridges and freezers to heat up, disrupting operations in numerous retail locations. In response to the breach, the French government stated that it is ruling nothing out and is actively seeking to implement tough sanctions aimed at deterring similar cyberattacks throughout Europe.

Iran has firmly rejected the allegations, categorically denying any involvement by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Tehran described Paris’s accusations as baseless and one-sided, pushing back against the narrative that its military forces were responsible for the sabotage. While the French authorities maintain their stance and continue to pursue diplomatic and punitive measures, the Iranian government insists it had no role in the digital intrusion. The dispute highlights a growing tension between the two nations over cybersecurity incidents, with France emphasizing the need for robust defensive strategies against state-sponsored threats.

Compiled from: DW · Al Jazeera · BBC News

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