Linux Administration Bootcamp: Go from Beginner to Advanced - Special Permission Modes - Part 1

Linux Administration Bootcamp: Go from Beginner to Advanced - Special Permission Modes - Part 1

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The video tutorial explains special permissions in Linux, focusing on setuid, setgid, and the sticky bit. It details how these permissions work, their security implications, and how to manage them using commands like chmod. Examples include the password, ping, and chsh commands for setuid, and the wall command for setgid. The tutorial also covers how to find files with these permissions and the risks associated with improper settings.

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1.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How does the sticky bit function in relation to file permissions?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What command would you use to add the setgid permission to a file?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe how the setgid permission affects newly created files in a directory.

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