A cybersecurity incident targeting Ahold Delhaize, the parent company of Stop & Shop, disrupted its U.S. distribution network, leading to widespread inventory shortages across multiple store locations, including Granby, Windsor, and Glastonbury. Customers reported empty or near-empty shelves, particularly in high-demand sections like meats (e.g., ground pork, turkey), dairy (yogurt, sour cream), and other perishables, resembling supply chain disruptions seen during the COVID-19 pandemic. The issue stemmed from a network breach affecting Ahold Delhaize’s systems, impairing deliveries and shipment coordination. While stores remained operational, the inability to restock critical products created frustration among shoppers, some of whom were unaware of the cyber-related cause until arriving at the store. Stop & Shop acknowledged the problem, attributing it to 'mitigation efforts' following the breach, but did not disclose the scope of affected locations or the expected resolution timeline. The incident highlights vulnerabilities in retail supply chains when cyber disruptions target backend logistics, directly impacting consumer access to essential goods during peak periods like Thanksgiving.

The Dutch conglomerate Ahold Delhaize, which owns major American supermarket brands, experienced a cyberattack in November that compromised the personal information of over 2.2 million people. Stolen data includes Social Security numbers, passports, financial account information, health information, and other sensitive employment data. The attack left customers unable to place delivery orders online, and several websites were offline. The INC ransomware gang claimed responsibility, stating they stole six terabytes of information. Ahold Delhaize has offered victims two years of credit monitoring services.