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December 3, 2025 / December 19, 2025 by Peter Sherek
700Credit recently announced that they were the victims of a hack that exposed personally Identifiable Information (PII). This event highlights the urgent need for dealerships to strengthen their data protection practices. You can read more about the breach here and here. Even if your store has not been directly impacted, this event underscores the importance […]
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November 12, 2025 by Peter Sherek
In today’s digital landscape, senior executives aren’t just leading organizations; they’re becoming prime targets. For auto, RV, and powersport dealerships, where leadership often holds direct access to financial systems, customer data, and vendor relationships, the risk is especially acute. But this threat extends far beyond the showroom floor. Any organization with high-profile executives and valuable […]
November 12, 2025 / November 12, 2025 by Peter Sherek
Watch this video where our Chief Compliance Officer, Matt Vatter, discusses the risks dealers face and what Accelerate2Compliance does to help them address these risks and better protect their customers’ data and themselves.
October 14, 2025 by Peter Sherek
In August 2025, Motility Software Solutions, a widely used dealer management system (DMS) provider for powersport and RV dealerships, suffered a significant ransomware attack that compromised the personal data of over 766,000 individuals. The breach exposed sensitive information, including names, birthdates, Social Security numbers, and driver’s license details. Although Motility has restored its systems and […]
October 7, 2025 by Peter Sherek
If you’re running a dealership, you’ve probably got enough on your plate: inventory, customer service, compliance, driving foot traffic, and keeping your digital tools up to date. But there’s a new kind of threat creeping into the industry, and it’s not just targeting the big guys anymore. Meet the emerging cybercrime collectives like Scattered Spider […]
September 23, 2025 by Peter Sherek
Salt Typhoon, Scattered Spider, Shiny Hunter, and Silent Starling – sounds like code names from a spy novel, right? These are groups that are actively trying to infiltrate your digital systems and steal your data. Groups like these have compromised hospital systems, payroll platforms, cloud vendors, automobile OEMs, and even cybersecurity firms. Your industry is […]
July 31, 2025 / July 31, 2025 by Peter Sherek
Most dealerships rely on Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools to support growth. These systems help personalize outreach, guide marketing strategies, and build long-term relationships. CRM data includes names, contact info, purchase history, service records, and behavioral trends—valuable insights that help businesses thrive. But here’s the catch: that same data is just as valuable to cybercriminals. […]
June 19, 2025 / June 19, 2025 by Peter Sherek
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently reiterated its commitment to enforcing the Safeguards Rule, which requires dealerships and other financial institutions to develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive information security program. As of June 16, 2025, the FTC has issued updated guidance (see the FAQ here) to remind organizations that compliance is not optional. A […]
June 10, 2025 by Peter Sherek
Dealerships face significant security vulnerabilities, operational inefficiencies, and compliance risks if they do not act to upgrade their computers before October 2025. As the deadline for Windows 10 support looms closer, dealerships that have yet to make the switch to Windows 11 are running out of time. The Countdown to Windows 10 End-of-Support: Why Dealerships […]
April 17, 2025 by Peter Sherek
As dealerships across the automotive, powersport, marine, and RV sectors rely more on technology, they’ve become prime targets for cybercriminals. The reappearance of the Chinese hacker group FamousSparrow and recent ransomware attacks highlight the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity. FamousSparrow Resurfaces The China-linked hacker group FamousSparrow has returned with upgraded tools like its backdoor SparrowDoor […]
March 24, 2025 by Peter Sherek
On March 12, 2025, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) announced that it reached a settlement with the Honda Motor Company for violations of the California Consumer Privacy Act after an almost two-year investigation. The investigation revealed that Honda committed four primary violations. Understanding the nature of these investigations helps dealerships to look for similar […]
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February 19, 2025 by Peter Sherek
We often hear feedback from our clients that they do not see value in providing information security training for staff that do not work with customers on a regular basis. Although on the surface, this may make sense, a deeper look might reveal why this could be introducing vulnerabilities to your information systems. Digital systems […]
November 29, 2024 by Peter Sherek
The holiday season, often a time for joy and celebration, also brings an increased risk of cyber-attacks for businesses. Cybercriminals take advantage of the surge in online activity, reduced staffing, and a distracted workforce to launch more frequent and sophisticated attacks. During this period, types of cyber-attacks such as ransomware, phishing, malware, denial-of-service (DoS), and […]
October 31, 2024 by Peter Sherek
This post features and article written by Chris Freeman, Editor in Chief at RV News. As you read this, we are less than a month away from the RVDA Convention/Expo. You can learn plenty about the convention’s themes and speakers in this month’s magazine, but I would like to focus on one particular area of […]
September 18, 2024 by Peter Sherek
The Dark Web is a part of the internet that is not indexed by traditional search engines (like Google and Bing) and is often associated with illegal activities, including the buying and selling of stolen data. Dealers collect sensitive personal information which can be sold on the Dark Web leading to legal liability, potential financial […]
August 8, 2024 by Peter Sherek
In today’s digital age, dealerships face a myriad of cybersecurity threats that can compromise sensitive customer data and disrupt business operations. To mitigate these risks, it is essential for dealerships to implement robust security measures, including persistent endpoint monitoring and dark web monitoring. These strategies not only protect against cyber threats but also ensure compliance […]
July 9, 2024 by Peter Sherek
Recent high-profile breaches have certainly stirred up the cybersecurity and compliance water! The ambiguity of state and federal laws and rules is on display as people try to sort through responsibilities and requirements at all levels from the dealership to the many vendors upon which dealers rely for business support. In times like this perhaps […]
May 22, 2024 / May 23, 2024 by Linnihan Foy
In October of 2023, the FTC announced additional language to the Safeguard rules that requires the reporting of “unauthorized access to data of 500 or more customers…” The rule revision requires organizations to report as soon as possible but no later than 30 days after an event or potential event has been discovered. A reportable […]
May 21, 2024 / May 23, 2024 by Linnihan Foy
Accelerate2Compliance (A2C), the leading provider of information security compliance solutions for the automotive, RV, powersports, and marine industries, proudly announces the addition of Rafael Maldonado to its advisory board. Maldonado, Vice President and Chief Information Technology Officer at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and former Vice President and Chief Information Officer at the National Automobile […]
March 11, 2024 by Peter Sherek
It resembles a scenario from a Fast & Furious movie: hundreds of connected vehicles controlled by a malicious actor without the owner’s knowledge or consent… a bit farfetched? Or is it? Recently, the US Department of Commerce issued a notice of proposed rulemaking that will launch an investigation into the National Security risks posed by […]
January 10, 2024 / January 10, 2024 by Peter Sherek
MINNEAPOLIS (January 10, 2024) — FTC information security compliance leader Accelerate2Compliance (A2C) today announced the expanded availability of its dealership solutions under the company’s new partnership with NCM® Associates, a leading provider offering management training, 20 Group peer collaboration, consulting, Benchmark® reporting and software solutions to automotive and other industries. “As a dealership leader, success […]
September 13, 2023 / October 18, 2023 by Linnihan Foy
Comprehensive security solutions help protect personal data from cyber threats Minneapolis, MN – September 13, 2023 – Accelerate2Compliance™ (A2C) announced the launch of a strategic partnership with Privacy4Cars™. A2C provides Federal Trade Commission (FTC) compliance solutions for automotive dealerships to help protect from the risks associated with cyber security attacks, personal information leaks, and non-compliance […]
November 2, 2022 / October 18, 2023 by Linnihan Foy
Accelerate2Compliance helping dealerships comply with expanded requirements found in the final amended FTC’s Safeguard Rule Minneapolis, MN – DATE, 2022 – Updated regulations from the Federal Trade Commission will impact automotive, recreational vehicle, and powersports dealers nationwide starting next month. The significantly expanded requirements, found in the final amendments to the FTC’s Safeguard Rule, set […]
