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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 

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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 
Workplace from Meta No 
X (Twitter) No 
YouTube 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 
Workplace from Meta Yes 
X (Twitter) Yes 
YouTube 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 

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