Think Car Washes are Immune to a Cyber-Attack? Think Again.

We are long past the days where certain types of businesses are isolated from being the target of a cyber-attack. Now every business is a target. It is crucial to have a good understanding on where the risks for car washes arise from. Most cyber talks focus on PCI and credit card skimmers, but you’d be surprised to discover that these aren’t even the biggest risks! Credit cards allow hackers to steal money slowly at a high cost, however, most hackers are no longer interested in this type of theft. The real profit comes from shutting down a business. Cybercrime has focused on taking away the ability to conduct business; forcing owners to pay a huge price to reopen. Identifying the risks and taking preventive measures allows for you to mitigate the possibility of an attack. Cyber security is not just about buying products, it is about knowing the risks and having proper policies and procedures in place with a proper plan. Effective cyber security protects yourself from your supply chain so that you can remain open.  

This talk will be led by cyber security veteran, John Stengel.  John has been featured at SECWA, NRCC, and in Wash Trends. John has a deep understanding of cybercrime, understanding the origin of attacks and most importantly, knowing how to effectively mitigate the risks. Join us for this discussion on cyber-attacks associated with car washes. There will be time during and after the talk for questions. 

John Stengel was featured in WashTrends Magazine’s December 2020 issue.
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