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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

As network traffic increasingly converges on the web and cloud applications like Office 365, the challenges facing security architectures are intensifying. It is vital for your data and security measures to adapt to the locations of your employees. To safeguard your enterprise, consider utilizing a sophisticated cloud-based network security solution that is scalable, efficient, cost-effective, and user-friendly. By implementing 'direct-to-net' security, you can minimize the need for backhauling web traffic to corporate data centers, thereby ensuring comprehensive protection for your enterprise, particularly for remote offices and mobile users. The Software Defined Perimeter allows seamless access to corporate applications across various devices, locations, and usage scenarios, without introducing additional complexity or risk. Furthermore, automated alignment of security policies, enhanced performance, and strict enforcement measures work in tandem to protect the traffic associated with Office 365, ensuring that your organization remains secure in an ever-evolving digital landscape. This approach not only strengthens defenses but also supports a flexible and dynamic work environment.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Microsoft 365 No 
Proxmox VE Yes 
Symantec Endpoint Protection No 
Symantec Web Isolation No 
VMware ESXi Yes 
VirtualBox Yes 

Integrations

Microsoft 365 Yes 
Proxmox VE No 
Symantec Endpoint Protection Yes 
Symantec Web Isolation 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 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) No 
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 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

Broadcom

Founded

1991

Country

United States

Website

www.broadcom.com/products/cyber-security/network/gateway

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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