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What is CacheGuard?

CacheGuard is a free, open-source network security gateway designed for small and medium businesses that need professional-grade internet protection without the cost of a dedicated IT team or a commercial appliance subscription. Most SMBs rely on the router their internet provider gave them. That router was built to connect, not to protect — it forwards all traffic without inspecting it, leaving the network exposed to malware, phishing, data leaks, and unauthorised access. CacheGuard fixes this by sitting between the internal network and the ISP router, acting as the security checkpoint for all internet traffic. What CacheGuard covers: Stateful firewall — control what enters and leaves your network Web antivirus — real-time scanning of HTTP/HTTPS traffic URL filtering — block websites by category or custom list SSL inspection — inspect encrypted HTTPS traffic Web Application Firewall — block malicious web requests VPN server — secure remote access for your team Web cache — faster browsing, lower bandwidth usage QoS and WAN load balancing — traffic shaping across internet links Key advantages over commercial alternatives: No licence cost, no subscription, no vendor lock-in Runs on any spare x86 PC or common hypervisor Web-based admin interface — no command-line expertise needed Open-source and auditable — in active development since 2002 ISP router requires no reconfiguration CacheGuard installs from a single ISO in under an hour and is suitable for offices, schools, branch networks, and home labs.

What is Barracuda WAF-as-a-Service?

Configuring conventional web application firewalls can often require a significant time investment. In contrast, Barracuda WAF as-a-Service offers a cloud-based application security solution that streamlines this process. You can swiftly deploy, set up, and launch it into full operation—all while safeguarding your applications against various threats—in a matter of minutes. This efficiency not only saves time but also enhances your overall security posture.

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Integrations Supported

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure Marketplace
Microsoft Azure
Proxmox VE
SolarWinds Loggly
Splunk Cloud Platform
Splunk Enterprise
Syslog-ng
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox

Integrations Supported

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure Marketplace
Microsoft Azure
Proxmox VE
SolarWinds Loggly
Splunk Cloud Platform
Splunk Enterprise
Syslog-ng
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

$0
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

CacheGuard Technologies

Date Founded

2025

Company Location

France

Company Website

www.cacheguard.com

Company Facts

Organization Name

Barracuda

Date Founded

2004

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.barracuda.com/waf-as-a-service

Categories and 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

Categories and Features

Application Lifecycle Management

Administrator Level Control
Defect Tracking
Iteration Planning
Project Management
Release Management
Requirements Review
Task Management
Test Case Tracking
User Level Management
Version Control

Application Security

Analytics / Reporting
Open Source Component Monitoring
Source Code Analysis
Third-Party Tools Integration
Training Resources
Vulnerability Detection
Vulnerability Remediation

Cloud Security

Antivirus
Application Security
Behavioral Analytics
Encryption
Endpoint Management
Incident Management
Intrusion Detection System
Threat Intelligence
Two-Factor Authentication
Vulnerability Management

Cybersecurity

AI / Machine Learning
Behavioral Analytics
Endpoint Management
IOC Verification
Incident Management
Tokenization
Vulnerability Scanning
Whitelisting / Blacklisting

Vulnerability Management

Asset Discovery
Asset Tagging
Network Scanning
Patch Management
Policy Management
Prioritization
Risk Management
Vulnerability Assessment
Web 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

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