Secure your network, devices and identify and support your users.
Publisher’s description
What is Cato Client?
Cato Client by Cato Networks is proprietary Windows software in the network tools category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 64-bit Windows. The main installer is 209.3 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 6.16.2.9131, released on September 30, 2026. The version history goes back to April 15, 2025: 13 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 8.9 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 1 file type, including .ccst. Similar programs include Wireshark, ZeroTier One and Nmap.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 8.9 a year)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Cato Client is a network tool tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Cato Client safe to download?
- The file is served by clients.catonetworks.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
EB812869D95625B37F1F8A13578A1CBA914971ACB4E52E87492D60543127BCFE· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 27, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 13 versions ›13 versions over 1 year · about 8.9 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.16.2.9131Latest | September 30, 2026 | 209.3 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 6.12.6.9050 | August 16, 2026 | 210.5 MB | 64-bit MSI |
| 6.8.3.8958 | July 5, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 6.4.6.8830 | May 31, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 6.2.0.8682 | April 13, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 6.0.1.8602 | March 15, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 5.21.5.8548 | February 8, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 5.20.4.8411 | December 31, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id CatoNetworks.CatoClient -emsiexec /i setup.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {A86CEF7E-F971-4349-9A3C-DCE8D6EFB873} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Cato Networks
- Category
- Network tools
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 6.16.2.9131
- Released
- September 30, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- April 15, 2025
- Versions listed
- 13
- Updates / year
- 8.9
- Website
- clientdownload.catonetworks.com
- winget ID
- CatoNetworks.CatoClient
- MSI product code
- {A86CEF7E-F971-4349-9A3C-DCE8D6EFB873}
File types it opens (1)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cato Client free?
Cato Client is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is Cato Client safe to download?
The download comes from clients.catonetworks.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Cato Client with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Cato Client be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does Cato Client run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Cato Client?
The versions page lists all 13 versions with links to their official installer files, back to April 15, 2025.
What are alternatives to Cato Client?
Wireshark, ZeroTier One, Nmap, iPerf3 and Angry IP Scanner. The alternatives page compares them.
