Cyberattacks are on the rise. In the first six months of 2019, the number of data breaches has increased by 54% compared to the same period last year. As of July, more than 4.1 billion customer records have been exposed in approximately 3,800 publicly disclosed data breaches. If your dealership hasn’t already been targeted, chances … Read more
On July 25th, 2019 New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the Stop Hacks and Increase Electronic Data (SHIELD) Act. The new law amends New York’s existing data breach notification law to include new cybersecurity requirements for businesses operating in New York. SHIELD appears to be a slightly more lenient version of the New York Privacy … Read more
Nowadays, it’s not uncommon for an auto or truck retailer to collect sensitive customer information at numerous stages in the sales process, from financing to warranty management and beyond. However, most dealers aren’t thinking about data security on a day-to-day basis. When cybersecurity ends up on the back burner, that sensitive data can be put at … Read more
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. 2026 update: This list dates from 2019. For where each state stands now, see our guide to … Read more
In recent years, high profile data breaches at major companies and government agencies have shown that cybersecurity is more than a private concern — it’s a matter of public safety. To combat widespread inadequacies across a number of industries, several states are implementing new laws designed to regulate businesses into using up-to-date cybersecurity best practices. … Read more
Dealers, do your computers still run the Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 2003 operating systems? Do you have a Windows Server 2008? Be aware that your machines are vulnerable to a new type of malware called BlueKeep that’s seeking to infect thousands of computers and could be more destructive than the WannaCry … Read more
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
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
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