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Cyberattacks Expose Major Weaknesses in UK's Food Supply

5/2/2025

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Cyberattacks on UK supermarkets Marks & Spencer and Co-op have unveiled alarming weaknesses in the food supply chain. Experts caution that these breaches may jeopardize customer identities and lead to fraud. While both retailers are working to bolster their defenses, M&S is grappling with severe disruptions, leaving shelves bare and sales plummeting.

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Story summary

Cyberattacks on UK supermarkets Marks & Spencer and Co-op have unveiled alarming weaknesses in the food supply chain. Experts caution that these breaches may jeopardize customer identities and lead to fraud. While both retailers are working to bolster their defenses, M&S is grappling with severe disruptions, leaving shelves bare and sales plummeting.