What are specific file permission settings that can cause a 403 Forbidden error?

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What are specific file permission settings that can cause a 403 Forbidden error?
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For directories, typical Unix-like permissions require at least read and execute permissions (e.g., 755) for the web server to list its contents or access files within it. For files, read permission is usually sufficient. Incorrect ownership or group settings can also trigger a 403 error.