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Re: How do I elevate in a script?
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Michael Tiernan <[log in to unmask]>
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Tue, 29 Apr 2014 15:35:16 -0400
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On 4/29/14 3:20 PM, ToddAndMargo wrote:
> Currently "su" will just open a new shell as root.

"sudo -u root" and if they don't have the password all is safer. :)

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