When Other IT Providers Have Failed Your Dealership
Specialized cybersecurity for auto dealerships. We understand DMS systems, FTC Safeguards, and the unique risks your dealership faces every day.
Your dealership handles more sensitive data than most banks: SSNs, credit reports, financial records, and driver's licenses. Generic IT providers don't understand your systems. We do.
Get a Dealership Security AssessmentThe Dealership Security Crisis
Auto dealerships are prime targets for cybercriminals. The 2024 CDK Global attack proved how vulnerable the industry really is.
You're a High-Value Target
Dealerships process thousands of credit applications containing SSNs, financial data, and personal information. Cybercriminals know this data sells for premium prices on the dark web.
FTC Safeguards Rule Compliance
The updated FTC Safeguards Rule requires comprehensive security programs, risk assessments, and incident response plans. Non-compliance means significant fines and potential lawsuits.
Complex Vendor Ecosystem
CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, Dealertrack, RouteOne, third-party integrations everywhere. Each connection is a potential attack vector that generic IT providers don't understand.
Downtime Costs Thousands Daily
When systems go down, you can't process deals, run credit, or manage inventory. Every hour of downtime costs your dealership real money in lost sales and frustrated customers.
Why Other Providers Have Failed You
We've heard the stories. Your current or former IT provider said you were "fully protected." Then reality hit.
Generic IT providers treat your dealership like any other small business. They install antivirus, set up a firewall, and call it a day. But dealerships have unique systems, unique risks, and unique compliance requirements that demand specialized expertise.
They Don't Understand Your DMS
CDK, Reynolds, Dealertrack integrations require specialized knowledge. Generic IT providers often break critical workflows.
FTC Safeguards Rule Ignorance
They don't know the specific requirements for auto dealers. You're told you're compliant when you're actually exposed.
F&I Department Blind Spots
The Finance office handles your most sensitive data. Generic providers often overlook these critical workstations.
Multi-Location Complexity
Multiple rooftops mean multiple attack surfaces. Cookie-cutter solutions don't account for dealership group architectures.
Slow Response Times
When your DMS goes down on a Saturday, waiting until Monday isn't an option. Your provider should understand dealership hours.
Vendor Connection Gaps
RouteOne, credit bureaus, OEM portals all need secure connections. One misconfigured integration exposes everything.
How We Protect Your Dealership
We've helped dealerships recover from attacks that other providers couldn't fix, and prevented attacks before they happened.
FTC Safeguards Compliance
- Complete risk assessment documentation
- Written information security program
- Qualified individual designation
- Vendor management protocols
- Incident response plan development
- Annual penetration testing
DMS Security Integration
- CDK, Reynolds, Dealertrack expertise
- Secure API configurations
- F&I workstation hardening
- Credit application protection
- Deal jacket encryption
- Proper network segmentation
Ransomware Prevention & Recovery
- Advanced endpoint protection
- Immutable backup systems
- Rapid incident response (hours, not days)
- Business continuity planning
- Post-attack forensics and hardening
- CDK incident aftermath support
Multi-Location Management
- Centralized security visibility
- Consistent policies across rooftops
- Secure inter-dealership connections
- Unified threat detection
- Scalable architecture
- OEM compliance support
We Understand Dealerships Because We've Been There
We've helped dealerships recover from the CDK Global attack aftermath when their existing IT providers had no answers. We've found critical vulnerabilities that "compliant" dealerships didn't know they had.
When a ransomware attack hits on a Friday night before a holiday weekend, we don't wait until Monday. We understand that every hour your systems are down costs real money.
Our team knows the difference between a DMS issue and a network issue. We speak CDK, Reynolds, and Dealertrack. We know what the FTC Safeguards Rule actually requires because we've helped dealerships pass audits.
Dealership Security Packages
Pricing examples for planning purposes. Final pricing requires individual scoping based on your specific environment.
Single Rooftop
For independent dealerships
- FTC Safeguards compliance assessment
- DMS security configuration review
- F&I workstation hardening
- Network security assessment
- Written security program
- Staff security training
- Incident response plan
Dealership Group
For 2-5 rooftops
- Everything in Single Rooftop
- Multi-location security architecture
- Centralized monitoring & alerts
- Cross-dealership threat detection
- Unified backup & recovery
- Quarterly security reviews
- Priority incident response
- OEM compliance documentation
Enterprise
For 6+ rooftops
- Everything in Dealership Group
- Dedicated security analyst
- 24/7 SOC monitoring
- Executive reporting dashboard
- M&A security due diligence
- Board-level reporting
- Custom integration support
- Annual penetration testing
All packages include FTC Safeguards Rule compliance documentation. Emergency incident response available for all clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from dealership owners and managers.
Auto dealerships handle massive amounts of sensitive customer data including SSNs, credit reports, financial information, and driver's licenses. The FTC Safeguards Rule specifically requires dealerships to implement comprehensive security programs. Generic IT providers often miss dealership-specific risks like DMS vulnerabilities, F&I department exposure, and multi-location challenges.
The FTC Safeguards Rule requires all auto dealerships that handle consumer financial information to implement a comprehensive information security program. This includes risk assessments, access controls, encryption, multi-factor authentication, and incident response plans. Non-compliance can result in significant fines and reputational damage.
Many IT providers lack understanding of dealership-specific systems like CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or Dealertrack. They may secure general infrastructure but miss critical DMS integrations, vendor connections, and F&I workflows. We've helped numerous dealerships discover significant gaps after being told they were "fully protected" by other providers.
We provide rapid response within hours, not days. Our team understands dealership operations and prioritizes getting your DMS, CRM, and sales floor back online. We've helped dealerships recover from attacks that other providers couldn't resolve, including the CDK Global incident aftermath.
Dealership Security Insights
Expert guidance for protecting your dealership
Stop Hoping Your Current Provider Has It Covered
Get a dealership-specific security assessment. We'll show you exactly where you're vulnerable and how to fix it before attackers find out.
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