CDK cyberattack update

CDK Cyberattack: Chaos in the Auto Industry as Dealerships Grapple with Ransom Demands

Ransom demands, manual paperwork, and system disruptions - the CDK cyberattack is shaking up the auto industry!

The recent cyberattacks on CDK Global have sent shockwaves through the auto industry, with car dealerships in North America facing significant disruptions. CDK Global, a major provider of software for auto dealers, was hit by consecutive cyberattacks, forcing some dealerships to resort to old-school pen and paper methods. Despite restoration efforts, the impacts on business operations are still being felt.

CDK Global issued a statement thanking clients for their patience as the company works to recover from the ransomware attack that occurred on June 19th. The group responsible for the cyberattack is demanding a hefty ransom, putting further pressure on CDK Global.

Meanwhile, Group 1 Automotive reported disruptions due to the CDK cyberattack, forcing dealerships to find alternative processes to continue business operations. With over 15,000 dealerships affected across the US and Canada, the repercussions are widespread.

As CDK Global continues its system restoration efforts, the auto industry is on edge, grappling with the aftermath of the cyber incident. Dealerships are dealing with manual paperwork and system outages, highlighting the vulnerabilities of relying heavily on digital systems in the face of cyber threats.