- Direct Execution: execve() directly executes a program, bypassing the shell.
This avoids vulnerabilities like shell injection, which can occur with
system() if user input is not properly sanitized.
- Controlled Environment: With execve(), you can explicitly specify the
environment variables for the new process, providing better control over
the execution context.
- No Shell Overhead: execve() does not invoke a shell, reducing the risk
of unintended behavior caused by shell features or configurations.
- Predictable Behavior: execve() only executes the specified program, whereas
system() relies on the shell, which may interpret commands differently
based on the shell's configuration or environment.
