Fairlife Milk Production Halted in US After Cyberattack
Coca-Cola-owned dairy company Fairlife temporarily suspends U.S. operations following a ransomware attack that compromised production systems.
Fairlife, the dairy company owned by Coca-Cola, has temporarily halted its U.S. production operations after experiencing a ransomware cyberattack. The company announced Thursday that "unauthorized access by a third party" had breached a portion of its systems, including those involved in production.
Coca-Cola stated that product quality and safety have not been affected by the incident. The company has informed law enforcement and is collaborating with cybersecurity experts to investigate the breach and restore operations. Fairlife's Canadian operations were not impacted.
The full scope and impact of the attack remain under investigation. Ransomware attacks, where hackers demand payment to restore systems, are reportedly on the rise across various sectors. Experts note that attackers often target well-known brands and products that consumers rely on daily, amplifying the potential impact of such breaches.
Fairlife, based in Chicago, is known for its range of lactose-free dairy products, including milk and protein shakes. The company reports over $3 billion in annual retail sales.