Établissement Français du Sang

Hackers reportedly alter French blood plasma freezer settings via provider Coolworld

Attackers reportedly targeted refrigeration equipment operated by Coolworld◼, a service provider to France's Établissement Français du Sang⬟ (EFS). The intrusion was detected overnight on 1 to 2 November 2026 and allegedly changed freezer setpoints from about -30°C to 110°C, endangering blood products intended for medical use. The article is truncated and does not say how access was gained.