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The new ‘cold’ war: hacked fridges reveal infrastructure-security gaps
Why it matters
The article exposes a critical vulnerability in interconnected critical infrastructure systems that Australia relies upon for economy, essential services, and defence. While the attacks occurred in Europe, they demonstrate a state-sponsored capability and methodology that directly threatens Australian food supply chains, medical systems, and energy infrastructure—each essential to strategic resilience during crisis or conflict.
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