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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
Fortinet stands out as a prominent global entity in the realm of cybersecurity, recognized for its all-encompassing and cohesive strategy aimed at protecting digital infrastructures, devices, and applications. Established in the year 2000, the company offers an extensive array of products and services, which encompass firewalls, endpoint security, intrusion prevention systems, and secure access solutions. Central to its offerings is the Fortinet Security Fabric, a holistic platform that effectively melds various security tools to provide enhanced visibility, automation, and real-time intelligence regarding threats across the entire network. With a reputation for reliability among businesses, governmental bodies, and service providers across the globe, Fortinet places a strong emphasis on innovation, scalability, and performance, thereby ensuring a resilient defense against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats. Moreover, Fortinet’s commitment to facilitating digital transformation and maintaining business continuity further underscores its role as a pivotal player in the cybersecurity industry.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
A10 Defend Threat Control
No
AWS Marketplace
No
Abstract Security
No
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
No
Cydarm
No
DataBahn
No
FortiAnalyzer
No
Fortinet FortiWeb Web Application Firewall
No
Fydelia
No
Google Cloud Platform
No
Integrations
A10 Defend Threat Control
Yes
AWS Marketplace
Yes
Abstract Security
Yes
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Yes
Cydarm
Yes
DataBahn
Yes
FortiAnalyzer
Yes
Fortinet FortiWeb Web Application Firewall
Yes
Fydelia
Yes
Google Cloud Platform
Yes
Pricing Details
$0
Free for any number of users. Optional paid support available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
CacheGuard Technologies
Founded
2025
Country
France
Website
www.cacheguard.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
Fortinet
Founded
2000
Country
United States
Website
www.fortinet.com
Product Features
Network Security
Access Control
Yes
Analytics / Reporting
No
Compliance Reporting
No
Firewalls
Yes
Internet Usage Monitoring
No
Intrusion Detection System
No
Threat Response
No
VPN
Yes
Vulnerability Scanning
No
Web Application Firewalls (WAF)
Access Control / Permissions
Yes
Alerts / Notifications
No
Automate and Orchestrate Security
No
Automated Attack Detection
No
DDoS Protection
No
Dashboard
Yes
IP Reputation Checking
Yes
Managed Rules
Yes
OWASP Protection
Yes
Reporting / Analytics
Yes
Secure App Delivery
No
Server Cloaking
Yes
Virtual Patching
Yes
Zero-Day Attack Prevention
No
Product Features
Application Delivery Controllers (ADC)
CGNAT
No
Content Redirection
No
IP Traffic Optimization
No
Load Balancing
No
Proxy / Reverse Proxy
No
SSL Offload
No
Server Health Monitoring
No
Traffic Chaining / Steering
No
Web Application Firewall (WAF)
No
Cloud Management
Access Control
No
Billing & Provisioning
No
Capacity Analytics
No
Cost Management
No
Demand Monitoring
No
Multi-Cloud Management
No
Performance Analytics
No
SLA Management
No
Supply Monitoring
No
Workflow Approval
No
Cloud Security
Antivirus
No
Application Security
No
Behavioral Analytics
No
Encryption
No
Endpoint Management
No
Incident Management
No
Intrusion Detection System
No
Threat Intelligence
No
Two-Factor Authentication
No
Vulnerability Management
No
Cybersecurity
AI / Machine Learning
No
Behavioral Analytics
No
Endpoint Management
No
IOC Verification
No
Incident Management
No
Tokenization
No
Vulnerability Scanning
No
Whitelisting / Blacklisting
No
Data Loss Prevention
Compliance Reporting
No
Incident Management
No
Policy Management
No
Sensitive Data Identification
No
Web Threat Management
No
Whitelisting / Blacklisting
No
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
Behavioral Analytics
No
Blacklisting/Whitelisting
No
Continuous Monitoring
No
Malware/Anomaly Detection
No
Prioritization
No
Remediation Management
No
Root Cause Analysis
No
Endpoint Protection
Activity Log
No
Antivirus
No
Application Security
No
Behavioral Analytics
No
Device Management
No
Encryption
No
Signature Matching
No
Web Threat Management
No
Whitelisting / Blacklisting
No
Firewall
Alerts / Notifications
No
Application Visibility / Control
No
Automated Testing
No
Intrusion Prevention
No
LDAP Integration
No
Physical / Virtual Environment
No
Sandbox / Threat Simulation
No
Threat Identification
No
Identity Management
Access Certification
No
Compliance Management
No
Multifactor Authentication
No
Password Management
No
Privileged Account Management
No
Self-Service Access Request
No
Single Sign On
No
User Activity Monitoring
No
User Provisioning
No
Incident Response
Attack Behavior Analytics
No
Automated Remediation
No
Compliance Reporting
No
Forensic Data Retention
No
Incident Alerting
No
Incident Database
No
Incident Logs
No
Incident Reporting
No
Privacy Breach Reporting
No
SIEM Data Ingestion / Correlation
No
SLA Tracking / Management
No
Security Orchestration
No
Threat Intelligence
No
Timeline Analysis
No
Workflow Automation
No
Workflow Management
No
Load Balancing
Authentication
No
Automatic Configuration
No
Content Caching
No
Content Routing
No
Data Compression
No
Health Monitoring
No
Predefined Protocols
No
Redundancy Checking
No
Reverse Proxy
No
SSL Offload
No
Schedulers
No
Network Security
Access Control
No
Analytics / Reporting
No
Compliance Reporting
No
Firewalls
No
Internet Usage Monitoring
No
Intrusion Detection System
No
Threat Response
No
VPN
No
Vulnerability Scanning
No
Privileged Access Management
Application Access Control
No
Behavioral Analytics
No
Credential Management
No
Endpoint Management
No
For MSPs
No
Granular Access Controls
No
Least Privilege
No
Multifactor Authentication
No
Password Management
No
Policy Management
No
Remote Access Management
No
Threat Intelligence
No
User Activity Monitoring
No
SD-WAN
Application Delivery Control
No
Centralized Orchestration
No
Dynamic Path Selection
No
Multi-Cloud Management
No
Policy-based Management
No
VPN
No
WAN Optimization
No
Zero-Touch Provisioning
No
Secure Email Gateway
Anti-Malware
No
Archiving
No
Customizable
No
Data Loss Prevention
No
End-to-End Encryption
No
Real-time Dashboards
No
Reporting / Analytics
No
Sandbox
No
Threat Protection
No
SIEM
Application Security
No
Behavioral Analytics
No
Compliance Reporting
No
Endpoint Management
No
File Integrity Monitoring
No
Forensic Analysis
No
Log Management
No
Network Monitoring
No
Real Time Monitoring
No
Threat Intelligence
No
User Activity Monitoring
No
Web Application Firewalls (WAF)
Access Control / Permissions
No
Alerts / Notifications
No
Automate and Orchestrate Security
No
Automated Attack Detection
No
DDoS Protection
No
Dashboard
No
IP Reputation Checking
No
Managed Rules
No
OWASP Protection
No
Reporting / Analytics
No
Secure App Delivery
No
Server Cloaking
No
Virtual Patching
No
Zero-Day Attack Prevention
No