How Do I Give Multiple Permissions to a File in Linux?

How do I give multiple permissions in Linux?

2 Answers

1. Create a group for the users that should be able to access this folder.
2. Add isapp and ec2-user to this group.
3. chgrp the /var/app folder to this group.
4. chmod the /var/app folder and allow read and execute access for the group chmod g+rx /var/app.

What is the meaning of chmod 777?

Setting 777 permissions to a file or directory means that it will be readable, writable and executable by all users and may pose a huge security risk. … File ownership can be changed using the chown command and permissions with the chmod command.