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Re: strange execute-command-as dialog pops up



Joel Rees wrote:
> After the reboot, I decided to install the flashrom package, and after the
> install finishes, I find in front of me what appears to be an
> execute-command-as dialog.
> 
> No command. User selection popup list showing root.
> 
> I assume it's the execute-as dialog, but I don't recall doing anything to
> get the dialog, so it's strange to see it. (Maybe my fingers moving by
> themselves when I find I can't stay awake?)

This sounds like Bug#708548.  This thread on debian-devel is
concerning this problem.

  http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2013/06/msg00341.html

No resolution yet.  But it is a big problem because it is training
people to fall prey to phishing attacks.

Bob

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