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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
Sangfor Athena SWG is a comprehensive secure web gateway solution designed to safeguard organizations from web-based threats and manage user internet access behavior in today’s cloud-centric and hybrid work environments. With increasing use of encrypted traffic, proxy avoidance, and third-party VPNs, Athena SWG uncovers and controls user activities that traditional security tools often miss. The platform features gateway and client decryption, intelligent traffic management, and precise application control to enforce internet usage policies effectively. It collaborates with Sangfor Athena EPP to detect and block proxy avoidance applications, providing robust perimeter protection. Athena SWG centralizes network-wide management, allowing IT teams to oversee bandwidth usage and optimize resources to maximize business efficiency. The solution supports secure onboarding of devices and integrates with third-party systems via ICAP for enhanced performance. Extensive reporting and analytics help administrators monitor user behavior and enforce compliance. Widely adopted by enterprises and government agencies, Athena SWG enhances secure internet access and productivity.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
VMware ESXi
Yes
Active Directory
No
Adobe Acrobat
No
Facebook
No
Gmail
No
Google Cloud Platform
No
LINE
No
Proxmox VE
Yes
VirtualBox
Yes
WeChat
No
Integrations
VMware ESXi
Yes
Active Directory
Yes
Adobe Acrobat
Yes
Facebook
Yes
Gmail
Yes
Google Cloud Platform
Yes
LINE
Yes
Proxmox VE
No
VirtualBox
No
WeChat
Yes
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
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
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
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
CacheGuard Technologies
Founded
2025
Country
France
Website
www.cacheguard.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
Sangfor Technologies
Founded
2000
Country
China
Website
www.sangfor.com/cybersecurity/sangfor-athena-foundation/secure-web-gateway-swg
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