Is There a Way to Not Use "root" When Applying Updates to Systems Via Dell OpenManage Essentials?

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Issue

Dell OpenManage Essentials requires an elevated account to apply updates, which violates the security policy of many organizations.

Environment

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • Dell OpenManage Essentials

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