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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

Sophos UTM elevates threat prevention to unprecedented heights. At the core of Sophos Sandstorm is an advanced deep learning neural network, a sophisticated type of machine learning that effectively identifies both familiar and unfamiliar malware without depending on traditional signatures. Notably, Sophos UTM 9.4 stands out as one of the pioneering products to incorporate our state-of-the-art next-gen cloud sandboxing technology. Sandstorm significantly enhances protection against ransomware and targeted attacks while providing comprehensive visibility and analytical capabilities. It swiftly and accurately detects evasive threats before they infiltrate your network. Furthermore, it delivers exceptional value by offering enterprise-quality protection without the burden of exorbitant costs or complexities. You can fortify your web servers and Microsoft Enterprise Applications against cyber threats while ensuring secure access for external users through reverse proxy authentication. Additionally, our unique all-in-one solution guarantees complete SMTP and POP message protection from spam, phishing attempts, and data breaches, enhancing your overall cybersecurity posture. Ultimately, Sophos UTM equips businesses with robust tools to safeguard their digital assets effectively.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

BackBox No 
Elastic Observability No 
Genian NAC No 
LoginTC No 
OpenText Core MDR No 
Proxmox VE Yes 
SecureIdentity CASB No 
Swimlane No 
VMware ESXi Yes 
VirtualBox Yes 

Integrations

BackBox Yes 
Elastic Observability Yes 
Genian NAC Yes 
LoginTC Yes 
OpenText Core MDR Yes 
Proxmox VE No 
SecureIdentity CASB Yes 
Swimlane Yes 
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 Yes 
Free Version Yes 

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 No 
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) No 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

CacheGuard Technologies

Founded

2025

Country

France

Website

www.cacheguard.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Sophos

Founded

1985

Country

United States

Website

www.sophos.com/en-us/products/unified-threat-management

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

Firewall

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

IT Security

Anti Spam Yes 
Anti Virus Yes 
Email Attachment Protection Yes 
Event Tracking Yes 
IP Protection No 
Internet Usage Monitoring Yes 
Intrusion Detection System Yes 
Spyware Removal Yes 
Two-Factor Authentication Yes 
Vulnerability Scanning No 
Web Threat Management Yes 
Web Traffic Reporting Yes 

Network Security

Access Control No 
Analytics / Reporting No 
Compliance Reporting No 
Firewalls No 
Internet Usage Monitoring No 
Intrusion Detection System No 
Threat Response No 
VPN No 
Vulnerability Scanning No 

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