Latvia's Defence Ministry Warns Cyberattacks Could Also Hit Heating and Water Supply Systems
Latvia's Ministry of Defence has warned on the social network X about the risk of cyberattacks on operational technology systems. The warning follows attacks on supermarket refrigeration systems in Europe and similar attempts in Latvia.
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Latvia's Ministry of Defence has warned on the social network X that cyberattacks may target operational technology (OT) systems. These systems control physical equipment and processes, and the ministry says the threat may also extend to heating and water supply systems.
The warning comes after reports of cyberattacks on store refrigeration systems in several European countries. The ministry also mentions similar attempted cyberattacks in Latvia.
The source gives no further details on which equipment or companies were affected, and it does not say who is behind the attacks.
