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LINUX FILE PERMISSIONS

Chmod 040

The chmod code 040 sets the following permissions: The Owner has No permissions permissions. The Group has Read permissions. The Public (Others) has No permissions permissions.

Owner

No permissions

Group

Read

Public

No permissions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the permissions for chmod 040?
The chmod code 040 sets the following permissions: The Owner has No permissions permissions. The Group has Read permissions. The Public (Others) has No permissions permissions.
How do you set chmod 040?
You can set these permissions by running the command: chmod 040 filename
Is chmod 040 secure?
It depends on the exact digits, but generally you should follow the principle of least privilege.