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Coca-Cola says Fairlife ransomware attack halts US dairy production
July 17, 2026
Back to all postsIn a recent cyberattack, the Fairlife brand of Coca-Cola Company was targeted by the ransomware group known as Hive, resulting in a shutdown of its U.S. dairy production facilities. The attack compromised the company's IT systems and encrypted files, disrupting operations. This incident serves as a stark reminder for Canadian businesses about the increasing threat of cyberattacks, particularly ransomware attacks, that can cause significant disruptions to business operations and impact supply chains. SMB owners and IT managers in Canada should prioritize cybersecurity measures to protect their systems and data from such threats. This includes regular software updates, employee training on cybersecurity best practices, multi-factor authentication, and implementing robust backup and recovery strategies.
Source: BleepingComputer
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