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Tracecat

Security Information and Event Mgmt. (SIEM)

Open Source
Free Tier
E
Enterprise
E
Enterprise
Self-hosted
OpenMSP Score
19
6
Reddit Impact Score
Github Score
40M
3KStars
385Forks
5KCommits
GNU Affero General Public License v3.0License
Jul 6, 2026Last commit

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Tracecat is a modern, open source automation platform built for security and IT engineers. It provides an all-in-one solution combining workflows, case management, and lookup tables with no add-ons required. The platform features a no-code click-and-drag workflow builder alongside YAML-based templates for version control and CI/CD integration. Built on Temporal for reliability and scale, Tracecat offers unlimited workflows, over 100+ pre-built integrations, and the ability to create custom integrations via Python and YAML. Founded in 2024 by Y Combinator alumni, Tracecat enables security teams to automate alert triage, enrichment, and response, significantly reducing MTTR (Mean Time To Respond). The platform is cloud-agnostic and can be self-hosted using Docker Compose, Terraform (AWS Fargate), or Kubernetes, giving organizations complete control over their data and infrastructure.
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Key Features

AI-Powered Automation

Use specialized AI models to label, summarize, and enrich security alerts automatically, reducing manual triage time.

No-Code Workflow Builder

Click-and-drag interface for building automation workflows without coding required, making it accessible to all skill levels.

Built-in Case Management

Track and manage security incidents all-in-one platform with cases opened directly from workflows for streamlined incident response.

Unlimited Workflows

Create unlimited workflows without licensing restrictions or additional costs, enabling comprehensive automation coverage.

100+ Pre-Built Integrations

Extensive library of integrations with security tools, SIEMs, ticketing systems, and threat intelligence platforms.

Custom Integrations

Create custom integrations using Python and YAML, with Git sync for version control and CI/CD integration.

Pros and Cons

Pros

Open Source with No Vendor Lock-in

Fully open source under AGPL-3.0 license with complete access to source code, enabling customization and preventing vendor lock-in.

Unlimited Workflows

No limits on workflow creation or execution, unlike commercial SOAR platforms that charge per workflow or have usage caps.

AI-Native Platform

Built-in AI capabilities for alert enrichment, summarization, and automated analysis without requiring external AI services.

Self-Hosting Control

Complete control over data and infrastructure with self-hosted deployment options ensuring data sovereignty and security.

All-in-One Solution

Integrated workflows, case management, and lookup tables in a single platform without requiring additional tools or add-ons.

Cons

Platform Still Maturing

Actively developed with potential breaking changes between releases - requires careful release management and testing.

Newer Platform

Founded in 2024, relatively new compared to established SOAR solutions like Splunk, Palo Alto XSOAR, or Tines with years of market presence.

Self-Management Overhead

Free version requires self-hosting and infrastructure management, including updates, scaling, and maintenance responsibilities.

Limited Enterprise Support on Free Tier

Community support only for free self-hosted version - enterprise support requires paid professional or enterprise licenses.

Smaller Ecosystem

Smaller community and ecosystem compared to established vendors, potentially meaning fewer third-party resources and integrations.

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