Fridge hack costing millions and sparking fires stemmed from poor security

A hacking incident involving refrigerators has resulted in significant financial losses and fires. The hack is attributed to inadequate security measures. The financial impact of the hack is substantial, with losses amounting to millions. The incident highlights the potential consequences of poor security in connected devices. Fires have also been sparked as a result of the hack, underscoring the severity of the security vulnerability. The hack has been reported, but details of the affected devices and the extent of the damage are not specified.