Helion is Now a CIS SecureSuite® Member

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Helion Technologies recently announced their membership with CIS SecureSuite®, and now has access to the CIS universe of cybersecurity tools, insights, and services. CIS Controls and CIS Benchmarks are recognized as best-of-breed for securing data and IT systems against even the most intensive attacks. By partnering with CIS, Helion has strengthened their cybersecurity suite to … Read more

Helion now has CISSP Certified IT Experts

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The cybersecurity world is always evolving to counter new threats. To protect your auto or truck dealership, you need experts that have the knowledge and tools needed to deal with new developments before they turn into costly breaches. That’s why Helion is excited to announce that three of our team members have received their Certified … Read more

Windows 7 End of Life is Coming

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Is your dealership still using the Windows 7 operating system? As of January 2020, Microsoft is discontinuing all support for Windows 7, which means they will no longer be releasing security updates. If you haven’t upgraded to Windows 10 by January 14, 2020, your dealership will be highly vulnerable to attacks from cybercriminals. This event … Read more

Windows Upgrade to Cause Cybersecurity Stir for Auto Dealerships

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In less than a year, two major cybersecurity-related events will impact operations at auto and truck dealerships across California: the end of Windows 7 Security Support and the rollout of the CCPA. Companies that choose not to update their software before the end of the year put their client data at risk, and set themselves … Read more

Helion Technologies Becomes a CIS SecureSuite Member

Timonium, MD –­ May 21, 2019 –­ Helion Technologies today announced it has become a CIS SecureSuite® member. Through this membership, Helion is bolstering its auto dealership clients’ cybersecurity defenses by leveraging CIS SecureSuite resources. The CIS Benchmarks™, the consensus-based, internationally recognized security configuration resources, CIS-CAT Pro, and the CIS Controls™, a set of cyber … Read more

How to Know if Your Auto Dealership Is Ready for the CCPA

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Note: This post was created prior to the implementation of the CCPA. The law is now in effect as of January 1, 2020. Keep reading to learn more about CCPA compliance and how your dealership may be affected. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) has made a lot of California business owners nervous. When the … Read more

Is Your Customer Data Safe?

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Consumer data privacy concerns are constantly in the news. Growing pressure on lawmakers to do something has resulted in a wave of new consumer privacy legislation being passed in many states. California has passed the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). A similar law is expected to soon pass in Washington state. Alabama, Louisiana, Colorado, Nebraska, … Read more

6 Tips to Make Your Dealership CCPA Compliant

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Note: This post was created prior to the implementation of the CCPA. The law is now in effect as of January 1, 2020. Keep reading to learn more about CCPA compliance and how your dealership may be affected. While the California Consumer Privacy Act may seem like a pain for businesses, it’s actually a valuable … Read more

Helion Presents “Cyber Criminals are Targeting Your Dealership! Are You Prepared?” in Free Online Webinar

Learn how to protect your customer data, bank accounts & reputation Wednesday, May 15 at 2 pm EST Timonium, MD –­ May 2, 2019 –­ Helion Technologies is offering a free online webinar titled “Cyber Criminals are Targeting Your Dealership! Are You Prepared?” In this presentation, Helion’s President and Founder Erik Nachbahr explains how cyber … Read more