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How to Protect Yourself From the Punchbowl Phishing Scam
One of the top cybersecurity trends in 2026 is that phishing scams are getting scarily good. We just personally witnessed a dangerous one that’s been maki
Past the Inflection Point: The Top 5 Cybersecurity Trends in 2026
If 2025 was an inflection point in cybersecurity, 2026 will be the year those changes become impossible to ignore. Cybersecurity is more important in 2026 than
10 Ways to Protect Yourself From Holiday Scams
Between the frantic search for last-minute gifts and the desire to donate to worthy causes, people tend to open their wallets more around the holidays than at a
Why You Need a Cybersecurity Awareness Training Program
Not too long ago, small businesses were relatively safe from cyberattacks. They weren’t secure by any stretch; hacking them just wasn’t worth the effort.
Top 6 Takeaways From the ASUS Router Hack
Back in May, researchers discovered that hackers had gained access to over 9,000 ASUS home routers, enabling them to access and potentially control users’ syste
Dark Web Monitoring
Ensure Your Company Data Is Secure The rise of cybercrime, particularly identity theft, has reached epidemic proportions, offering criminals staggering profits.
A Look Into CIS Controls
Logical Net is often asked “What are best practices in cybersecurity, as it can affect every aspect of my business and can be very complex”” and “Where do I sta
The Hidden Costs of a Cyber Attack
We continue our focus on cybersecurity in our February newsletter as cyber criminals constantly invent new attacks. We invite you to schedule a cyber health che
Penetration Testing: What It Is & Why It’s Needed
An annual penetration test, also known as a pen test, is a crucial component of a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy for small and medium-sized businesses (SM
IT Checklist to Improve Your Security, Costs & Revenue
As you close out 2023 and launch into the new year, here’s an IT checklist that can help you bolster security, optimize costs, enhance revenue, and stream
Protect Yourself From These MS365 Vulnerabilities
This month’s newsletter continues our cybersecurity journey with an overview of Microsoft 365 vulnerabilities and recommended security solutions for MS365. MS36
Cybersecurity Checklist to Increase Your Defense Posture
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are increasingly becoming targets for cyberattacks due to their valuable data and often limited cybersecurity resources
Be Aware of These Top AI Cyber-Risks
The rise of AI has sparked a revolution. Everyone, from industry giants to smaller enterprises, is captivated and eager to leverage AI’s endless possibilities.
How Social Media Misuse Can Harm Your Business
Social media has significantly transformed the way we communicate and do business. However, this growing popularity also comes with potential risks that could c
Deep Dive Into Phishing Scams
Phishing scams remain one of the most prevalent and successful types of cyberattacks today, so being aware of the danger they pose to businesses like yours is e
Safeguarding Your Business: The Importance of Cyber Insurance
In an age where technology can be a key competitive advantage, safeguarding your operations against cyber threats has become more critical than ever. In the pas
Don’t Sabotage Employee Cybersecurity Training With These Common Mistakes
In today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape, employee cybersecurity training is crucial. It acts as the frontline defense against cyberattacks, empowering your
Albany Executive Insights: Cybersecurity Best Practices With Dwight Cheu
In today’s environment, your security posture should be one of expecting constant attacks and anticipating an increasing sophistication of attacks. Dwight Cheu,
Top 5 Ways To Protect Your Business From Cyber Attacks
While Logical Net HIGHLY recommends the following five security protections, know that cyber security is a rapidly changing environment. It’s essential to perfo
Don’t Let These Outsourced IT Myths Limit Your Success
In today’s fast-paced and digitally driven world, the demands placed on the IT infrastructure of businesses like yours are ever-increasing. To meet these challe
What to Look for in an Outsourced IT Partner
In today’s digital age, most businesses rely heavily on technology to streamline their operations and stay ahead of the competition. However, managing an entire
Cyber Incident Response 101 for Small Businesses
Imagine it’s the end of a long workday and you’re ready to head home for the evening. However, just as you’re about to leave, you find out you
Cyber Incident Prevention Best Practices for Small Businesses
As a small business owner, you may think you are “too small” to be the target of cybercrime because you aren’t a large, multimillion-dollar company. However, th
3 Steps to Zero Trust Cybersecurity for Small Businesses
3 Steps to Zero Trust Cybersecurity for Small Businesses Cyberattacks have become rampant and have also grown in sophistication. A simple lapse in your network
Zero Trust Security Myths
Don’t Trust These Zero Trust Security Myths In today’s threat landscape, where businesses are constantly at risk of being targeted by a cyberattack, adopting a
It’s Time to Bust These 4 Ransomware Myths
In today’s digital age, ransomware attacks are becoming increasingly frequent, sophisticated and costly. With cybercriminals constantly evolving their tactics a