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Description

CacheGuard-OS is an open-source Linux-based UTM gateway appliance OS that has been in active development since 2002. It is designed to run on commodity x86 hardware and act as the default route between an internal network and the internet, replacing the ISP-provided router as the traffic checkpoint. The stack integrates: Squid (web cache and proxy), ClamAV (web antivirus), ModSecurity (WAF), StrongSwan (IPsec/IKEv2 VPN), IPRoute2 (QoS and WAN load balancing), NetFilter (stateful firewall), SSL inspection, and URL filtering. All components are configured through a web-based admin interface rather than directly, making the platform accessible to operators without deep Linux expertise while remaining auditable by those who want to inspect the underlying configuration. The OS has been open-source since its first release — source ships on every installed appliance. It was recently published publicly on GitHub to make the codebase easier to browse and audit. Target deployments are small to medium networks — SMBs, schools, and branch offices — where a commercial UTM appliance is overkill on budget but the threat surface is the same. Runs on bare metal or common hypervisors (VMware, VirtualBox, KVM, Hyper-V). No vendor lock-in, no subscription, no licence cost. GitHub: cacheguard/CacheGuard-OS

Description

Check Point SASE is a comprehensive cloud-native networking and security platform designed to help organizations secure access to applications, data, and infrastructure across distributed environments. The solution combines multiple cybersecurity technologies, including Zero Trust Network Access, Secure Web Gateway, Cloud Access Security Broker, SD-WAN, and secure internet connectivity within a single unified architecture. Organizations can use the platform to protect remote workers, branch offices, third-party users, and cloud resources while maintaining consistent security policies and access controls. Built on a globally distributed private backbone, Check Point SASE delivers high-performance connectivity with optimized routing and low-latency access for users worldwide. The platform reduces operational complexity by centralizing network management, security monitoring, policy enforcement, and user access controls through one administrative interface. Security capabilities include identity-centric access management, web and DNS filtering, malware protection, SaaS application monitoring, anomaly detection, and compliance-focused controls. Automated deployment features and cloud-based infrastructure help businesses accelerate implementation without relying heavily on traditional hardware investments. The solution also improves resilience through intelligent traffic steering, failover capabilities, and support for multiple connectivity options. Check Point SASE helps organizations strengthen cybersecurity defenses while improving productivity, scalability, and network performance across hybrid work environments.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

AccessOwl
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Check Point SASE Internet Access
Electric
Google Cloud Platform
Heroku
Indent
Microsoft Azure
Nango
Proxmox VE
Salesforce
Splunk Enterprise
Tangerin AI
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox

Integrations

AccessOwl
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Check Point SASE Internet Access
Electric
Google Cloud Platform
Heroku
Indent
Microsoft Azure
Nango
Proxmox VE
Salesforce
Splunk Enterprise
Tangerin AI
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox

Pricing Details

$0
Free for any number of users. Optional paid support available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

$8 per user per month
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

CacheGuard Technologies

Founded

2025

Country

France

Website

www.cacheguard.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Check Point Software

Founded

1993

Country

United States

Website

sase.checkpoint.com

Product Features

Network Security

Access Control
Analytics / Reporting
Compliance Reporting
Firewalls
Internet Usage Monitoring
Intrusion Detection System
Threat Response
VPN
Vulnerability Scanning

Web Application Firewalls (WAF)

Access Control / Permissions
Alerts / Notifications
Automate and Orchestrate Security
Automated Attack Detection
DDoS Protection
Dashboard
IP Reputation Checking
Managed Rules
OWASP Protection
Reporting / Analytics
Secure App Delivery
Server Cloaking
Virtual Patching
Zero-Day Attack Prevention

Product Features

Network Security

Access Control
Analytics / Reporting
Compliance Reporting
Firewalls
Internet Usage Monitoring
Intrusion Detection System
Threat Response
VPN
Vulnerability Scanning

VPN

Anonymous Browsing
DNS Leak Protection
For Digital Security
For Financial Security
For Gaming
For Streaming
Kill Switch
Multi-Language
Multi-Protocol
Peer-to-Peer
Policy Management
Remote Access
Web Inspection
White Label

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