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What is WatchGuard Firebox Cloud?

There is a clear trend of businesses moving their operations from traditional local servers to cloud-based solutions. This shift encompasses a variety of services, including email management, website hosting, customer relationship management systems, and data storage, all of which are increasingly being migrated to public cloud environments. With the large volume of sensitive data being handled, it is essential to prioritize strong security measures. WatchGuard’s Firebox Cloud allows network administrators to enhance their security provisions within the cloud, protecting servers that are part of a public cloud framework. By leveraging the extensive protection provided by WatchGuard’s acclaimed Firebox Unified Threat Management appliances, Firebox Cloud significantly strengthens public cloud environments. This solution not only provides a quick and straightforward implementation process but also protects Virtual Private Clouds from a range of threats, such as botnets, cross-site scripting, SQL injection attacks, and many other forms of intrusion. As a result, businesses can adopt cloud technologies with greater assurance, knowing that their data security is effectively managed and maintained. This confidence in security measures can lead to increased innovation and efficiency as organizations explore the full potential of cloud computing.

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.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
AuthPoint
Azure Marketplace
BackBox
DNSWatch
LoginTC
Microsoft Azure
ThreatSync

Integrations Supported

Proxmox VE
VMware ESXi
VirtualBox

API Availability

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided
Free Trial Offered?

Pricing Information

$0
Free for any number of users. Optional paid support available.
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
On-Prem

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

WatchGuard

Date Founded

1996

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.watchguard.com/wgrd-products/cloud-and-virtual-firewalls/firebox-cloud

Company Facts

Organization Name

CacheGuard Technologies

Date Founded

2025

Company Location

France

Company Website

www.cacheguard.com

Categories and Features

IT Security

Not specified

Network Security

Not specified

Categories and Features

Network Security

Access Control
Firewalls
VPN

Secure Web Gateways

Not specified

WAN Optimization

Not specified

Web Application Firewalls (WAF)

Access Control / Permissions
Dashboard
IP Reputation Checking
Managed Rules
OWASP Protection
Reporting / Analytics
Server Cloaking
Virtual Patching

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