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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
The Modshield SB Web Application Firewall (WAF), which utilizes Modsecurity and the OWASP Core Ruleset, is specifically designed to address all your application security requirements. It offers a comprehensive suite of security features ensuring complete protection for your applications and hosting environments. With the support of the OWASP Core Ruleset, Modshield SB delivers exceptional defense against the top ten OWASP threat vectors, including automated protections and safeguards against credential stuffing attacks. Choosing the Modshield SB Web Application Firewall means you can reliably ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your business applications for your users. Establishing a robust first line of defense for your applications has never been easier or more effective. Thanks to the integrated OWASP Core Ruleset, all your applications are automatically shielded from the most critical OWASP threats. Furthermore, there's no need for a separate Load Balancer, as you can utilize the built-in load balancing capabilities that Modshield SB provides, streamlining your infrastructure while enhancing security.
API Access
Has API
API Access
Has API
Integrations
Amazon SES
Google Cloud Platform
Microsoft Azure
Proxmox VE
VMware Cloud
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox
Integrations
Amazon SES
Google Cloud Platform
Microsoft Azure
Proxmox VE
VMware Cloud
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox
Pricing Details
$0
Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
$0.58 per hour
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
StrongBox IT
Founded
2017
Website
www.strongboxit.com/modshield-sb/
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