Your bug report #12130: "sudo make install" applies umask to new directories which was filed against the automake package, has been closed. The explanation is attached below, along with your original report. If you require more details, please reply to 12130@debbugs.gnu.org. -- 12130: http://debbugs.gnu.org/cgi/bugreport.cgi?bug=12130 GNU Bug Tracking System Contact help-debbugs@gnu.org with problems