Average Ratings 2 Ratings

Total
ease
features
design
support

Average Ratings 2 Ratings

Total
ease
features
design
support

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

Our offerings deliver your security systems with unparalleled, comprehensive visibility into your network infrastructure. This capability is essential for keeping up with the ever-growing speed and complexity of networks, while also equipping you with the insights necessary to effectively identify and address breaches, leading to swift recovery. By adopting Network Critical solutions, you can enhance the performance of your current security system, thereby boosting your return on investment. To begin with, SPAN ports have long been recognized as an inadequate solution for network security. Hackers can easily compromise routers, switches, and entire networks without being detected, demonstrating a significant flaw in this approach. Additionally, SPAN ports fail to provide real-time information, which further undermines your network's security. In contrast, Network TAPs serve as a transparent portal, allowing you to monitor data in real-time without any alterations. This fundamental difference is crucial for maintaining a robust security posture against evolving threats. As organizations increasingly rely on real-time analytics, the advantages of using Network TAPs over SPAN become even more pronounced.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

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AuthPoint
Compudyne
DNSWatch
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Delinea Cloud Access Controller
Genian NAC
Liongard
LoginTC
Netreo
Portnox Security
Proxmox VE
SecureW2
ThreatSync
Titania Nipper
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox
WatchGuard Application Control
WatchGuard WIPS

Integrations

AuthControl Sentry
AuthPoint
Compudyne
DNSWatch
Datto RMM
Deepnet DualShield
Delinea Cloud Access Controller
Genian NAC
Liongard
LoginTC
Netreo
Portnox Security
Proxmox VE
SecureW2
ThreatSync
Titania Nipper
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox
WatchGuard Application Control
WatchGuard WIPS

Pricing Details

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Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
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

WatchGuard Technologies

Founded

1996

Country

United States

Website

www.watchguard.com/wgrd-products/network-security

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

Firewall

Alerts / Notifications
Application Visibility / Control
Automated Testing
Intrusion Prevention
LDAP Integration
Physical / Virtual Environment
Sandbox / Threat Simulation
Threat Identification

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