CDK Global Cyber Attack: Software Outage Impacts Car Dealerships
System Restored, but Full Recovery May Take Days
CDK Global, a leading provider of automotive dealership software, has announced that its systems are gradually being restored following a cyber attack that shut down computer systems at auto dealerships nationwide.
The attack, which began on June 19, caused widespread outages to CDK's dealership customers, leading to delays in sales, service, and other operations. Some dealerships resorted to manual paperwork to process transactions.
CDK Restores Core Systems
CDK executed extensive testing and consulted with third-party experts to restore its core DMS (Dealership Management System) and Digital Retailing solutions by Monday afternoon. However, the company has cautioned that it may take several days for its software to be fully back online and operational.
Conclusion
The cyber attack on CDK Global has highlighted the vulnerability of businesses to cyber threats. The incident has caused significant disruption to the automotive industry, demonstrating the importance of robust cybersecurity measures. Dealerships should remain vigilant against future attacks and consider investing in additional security safeguards.
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