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libcap-ng

A library for Linux that makes using posix capabilities easy

  • Library
  • System
  • SECURITY
  • Dev
  • Dependency only
official+codex · reviewed · May 27, 2026 description in en

Description

Provides a library that simplifies working with Linux POSIX capabilities. Applications and administrative tools use it to inspect and adjust fine-grained privilege sets safely.

Most users install it as a dependency. Developers and administrators should treat capability changes as security-sensitive because they affect what programs are allowed to do.

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