Proton Dealership IT

"Mazda announced that information belonging to its employees and business partners had been exposed in a security incident detected last December." "Attackers exploited a vulnerability in a system related to warehouse management for parts procured from Thailand. The system did not contain any customer data. Also, the breach is limited to 692 records." https://lnkd.in/edkxFHUk

March 31 is World Backup Day! Data is the lifeblood of modern businesses and its loss can be detrimental. Establishing robust backup protocols ensures your dealership can quickly recover from data loss due to cyberattacks, system failures, or natural disasters. Read more about the importance of protecting your data in our Byte blog on common IT best practices! https://lnkd.in/emF2G-sj

“Our GMs absolutely love the Proton techs. They go above and beyond.” The feeling is mutual. ❤️ Thank you to Jose Cavazos and everyone at Vaughan Automotive for trusting us to protect their data and security! https://lnkd.in/eGeYJn4F

Access control is one of the most important parts of cybersecurity. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most overlooked. Take a moment to assess your current risk level and evaluate how your dealership handles access with the Proton Cybersecurity Checklist! https://lnkd.in/evgfbdqT

Attackers have been busy. 📈 After a high-profile cyber incident in the summer of 2024, there was a significant increase in the amount of malicious cyber activity. Given the current state of cybersecurity, dealerships need to be acutely aware of their vulnerabilities and take the necessary measures to protect their investments.

"Starbucks has disclosed a data breach affecting hundreds of employees after threat actors gained access to their Starbucks Partner Central accounts." "A joint investigation with external cybersecurity experts found that the attackers compromised 889 Starbucks Partner Central accounts used to manage employment details, personal information, benefits, and HR information." https://lnkd.in/eRPBQPzY

When your bracket inevitably gets busted, that's devastating. But it pales in comparison to the damage caused by cyberattacks. Did you know... -$4.88 million is the average amount that data breaches cost businesses -204 days is the average time that a cyberattack lies unseen prior to being detected -10 weeks is the typical amount of time it takes to contain a cyberattack once identified -22 days is the average required amount of time for a business to recover from a ransomware attack -50+ people fall victim to cyberattacks every second Find out how we can help you secure your systems and avoid an upset. https://lnkd.in/eSMkuVMA

If something's going on at your dealership and you need some help, we're always just a click, call, chat, or email away. For cyberattacks, the Incident Response Hotline is always available. ☎️ For everything else, submitting a ticket allows our team to track your request, prioritize it appropriately, and make sure nothing slips through the cracks. 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/emyJefsQ

"Upstream's report found that cybersecurity attacks targeting automotive and smart mobility organizations more than doubled in 2025. According to Upstream, ransom-related cyberattacks accounted for 44% of all incidents, which is twice the number reported in 2024." https://lnkd.in/gZfWHgH7

At NADA 2026 in Las Vegas, cybersecurity wasn’t just a side conversation — it was front and center. As Sean Patronis says in this video, dealers need to rethink their “perimeter.” It’s no longer just the dealership’s physical network — it’s every login and identity tied to your business. https://lnkd.in/eqGiJ7ks