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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

Squid serves as a caching proxy for web traffic, accommodating protocols such as HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP among others. By caching commonly accessed web pages, it significantly decreases bandwidth usage and enhances response times. With its robust access control features, Squid functions effectively as a server accelerator. It is compatible with a range of operating systems, including Windows, and operates under the GNU GPL license. Many Internet service providers globally rely on Squid to optimize user web access. By streamlining the data flow between clients and servers, Squid not only boosts performance but also conserves bandwidth by storing frequently accessed content. Additionally, it has the capability to manage content requests through various routing methods, allowing for the construction of cache server hierarchies that maximize network efficiency. Numerous online platforms utilize Squid to substantially improve their content delivery processes. Ultimately, implementing Squid can lead to a notable reduction in server strain and an enhancement in the speed at which content is delivered to users. Its effectiveness in managing web traffic makes it an invaluable tool for both service providers and website owners alike.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

AWS Marketplace No 
Abstract Security No 
Active Directory No 
Azure Marketplace No 
Pandora FMS No 
Proxmox VE Yes 
VMware ESXi Yes 
VirtualBox Yes 

Integrations

AWS Marketplace Yes 
Abstract Security Yes 
Active Directory Yes 
Azure Marketplace Yes 
Pandora FMS Yes 
Proxmox VE No 
VMware ESXi No 
VirtualBox No 

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 No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
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 No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

CacheGuard Technologies

Founded

2025

Country

France

Website

www.cacheguard.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Squid

Website

www.squid-cache.org

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

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 

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