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A hack into software maker CDK Global has disrupted operations at auto dealerships across the US, the latest in a series of hacks where ransom-demanding cybercriminals target big companies by breaching behind-the-scenes software suppliers.  CDK makes software that is commonly used by car dealerships to process sales and other transactions.  Considering the hack, many dealers have started processing transactions manually, according to local press reports.[1]

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A cyber-attack on software provider CDK Global upended operations at car dealerships across the US on 19 June.  CDK spokesperson Lisa Finney said the company shut down most of its systems “out of an abundance of caution" for customers.  By that afternoon, the company had restored its core document management system and digital retailing solutions.  "We are continuing to conduct extensive tests on all other applications, and we will provide updates as we bring those applications back online," Fin

Sound merger and acquisition often checks on a company’s cyber safeguarding and data transfer provisions said the President of investment banking and dealership advisory firm Presidio Group.  Specifically, auto dealership purchase agreements many times include representations that the seller has complied with Gramm-Leach-Bliley and has taken reasonable steps to protect their computer systems and customers’ information, said a principal attorney and partner with Holland & Knight in Denver, CO who

Many auto dealerships are strongly promoting the safety of customers and employees.  This in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.  That is why the many international dealerships are taking safety protocols seriously.  Shields are up in the reception area, employees are wearing face coverings and social distancing, and disposable seat, wheel and shifter covers have been placed in all vehicles.  In addition, many are establishing vigorous test drive cleaning protocol and hourly and nightly cleaning