SSCP Systems and Application Security Practice Question
A Linux administrator is hardening a server. Which TWO commands are used to manage file permissions? (Select TWO.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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chmod
chmod changes permissions (read/write/execute); chown changes ownership.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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usermod
Why it's wrong here
usermod modifies user account properties.
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passwd
Why it's wrong here
passwd changes user passwords.
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groupadd
Why it's wrong here
groupadd creates new groups.
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chmod
Why this is correct
Modifies file permissions.
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chown
Why this is correct
Changes file owner and group.
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