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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

Enhance the security of web applications against various attacks and vulnerabilities by employing robust security measures and a consistent policy framework through our SaaS-based Web Application Firewall (WAF), which is designed for rapid deployment and effortless scalability in any environment. Streamline application security by integrating protective features directly into the development workflow, supported by essential security capabilities, centralized management, and comprehensive monitoring. The F5 Distributed Cloud WAF simplifies the challenges of maintaining secure applications across multiple cloud platforms, on-premises infrastructures, and edge environments. By providing the programmability essential for DevOps alongside the oversight required by SecOps, it facilitates quicker and safer application delivery and release processes. Additionally, users can enhance their understanding of security events, including WAF signature activations, denial-of-service incidents, ongoing automated threats, and all interactions with clients, while also gaining insight into application performance, complete with user-friendly drill-down options. This holistic approach ensures that security is not just an afterthought but an integral part of the development lifecycle.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Datadog
F5 Distributed Cloud Platform
Google Cloud Platform
IBM Cloud
Microsoft Azure
Opsgenie
PagerDuty
Proxmox VE
Red Hat OpenShift
Slack
Splunk Cloud Platform
Terraform
VMware Cloud
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox

Integrations

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Datadog
F5 Distributed Cloud Platform
Google Cloud Platform
IBM Cloud
Microsoft Azure
Opsgenie
PagerDuty
Proxmox VE
Red Hat OpenShift
Slack
Splunk Cloud Platform
Terraform
VMware Cloud
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox

Pricing Details

$0
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
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

F5

Founded

1996

Country

United States

Website

www.f5.com/products/distributed-cloud-services/distributed-cloud-waf

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

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

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