openwrt / openwrt/mdnsd

Running as non-root or dropping linux capabilities

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Dominant language
C
Stars
7
Forks
20
PR merge metrics
No merged PRs in 30d

Description

Would it be possible to run without root privileges, or to implement the dropping of Linux capabilities using libcap or libcap-ng?

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating the daemon's startup and privilege-handling code, then clarify whether non-root execution or Linux capability dropping is intended; done should include a defined privilege model and coverage for the selected behavior.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c, linux
Domain
operating-systems, security
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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