File write

This executable can write data to local files.
  1. CommentThis actually deletes the chosen file.
    This function can be performed by any unprivileged user.
    shred -u /path/to/output-file
    This function is performed by the privileged user if executed via sudo because the acquired privileges are not dropped.
    RemarksIf there are environment variables involved, they must be passed via sudo VAR=value ... or exported then sudo -E ....
    shred -u /path/to/output-file
    This function is performed by the privileged user if the executable has the SUID bit set and the right ownership because the effective privileges are not dropped.
    shred -u /path/to/output-file