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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

Remove performance hindrances from data and file sharing applications while providing users with an experience comparable to a local area network through WAN optimization. By only sending new or modified data, the SonicWall WAN Acceleration Appliance (WXA) solutions make the most of your existing bandwidth. You can seamlessly combine WXA hardware, software, or a virtual appliance with a SonicWall firewall to effectively manage and prioritize application traffic. The WXA 2000 is specifically crafted for small to medium enterprises that operate with remote and branch offices, significantly boosting WAN application efficiency and user satisfaction for up to 120 users, supporting 600 concurrent flows. Conversely, the WXA 4000 is tailored for similar organizations, enhancing application performance for up to 240 users and allowing for 1,200 concurrent flows. Additionally, the SonicWall WAN Acceleration Virtual Appliance (WXA) 5000, designed as a robust, performance-enhanced virtual server, facilitates smoother migration and helps in lowering capital expenditures. This versatile solution is ideal for organizations aiming to improve their overall network efficiency while minimizing costs.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Delinea Cloud Access Controller
Proxmox VE
SonicWall Next Generation Firewall
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox

Integrations

Delinea Cloud Access Controller
Proxmox VE
SonicWall Next Generation Firewall
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox

Pricing Details

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Free Version

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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

SonicGuard

Country

United States

Website

www.sonicguard.com/WAN-Acceleration.asp

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

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