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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

StreamGroomers oversee and manage the flow of traffic within Wide Area Networks (WAN). They function seamlessly, regardless of the specific network framework, positioned between the LAN and WAN access router, with control facilitated through an out-of-band management setup. To guarantee uninterrupted service, they employ high-availability architectures. StreamGroomers conduct real-time analysis of network traffic at wire speed, gathering extensive measurements and packet data from various points throughout the network. From this information, indicators are generated in real-time to reflect the current state of network performance. The collected data is then consolidated and transmitted to a central repository with minimal impact on network resources, allowing for rapid analysis and troubleshooting, while also maintaining thorough records for forensic purposes. Additionally, the Deep Packet Inspection feature of the StreamGroomer examines Layer 2-7 packet data to accurately identify applications and user sessions based on a predefined catalog of over 400 services, thus enhancing network visibility and control. This capability not only aids in performance monitoring but also supports proactive network management strategies.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Elastiflow No 
Proxmox VE Yes 
VMware ESXi Yes 
VirtualBox Yes 

Integrations

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

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

Streamcore

Country

France

Website

streamcore.com/comment-ca-marche/gestion-des-streamgroomers/

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

VoIP Monitoring

Alerts / Notifications No 
Call Detail Record (CDR) Analysis No 
Call Quality Monitoring No 
IP SLA Monitoring No 
Jitter Testing No 
Latency Monitoring No 
MOS Monitoring No 
Packet Loss Monitoring No 
QoS Monitoring No 
Reporting / Analytics No 
Troubleshooting No 

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