Gaussian directory world accessible error

Gaussian g16 pkg C1 version, getting the following errors:

  1. Error 1:
    Entering Gaussian System, Link 0=g16
    Files in the Gaussian directory are world accessible.
    This must be fixed.
  2. Error 2:
    Problem with file /…/l1.exe omode 33257 compare 7.
    Segmentation fault (core dumped)

It comes with executables, so just need to set correct permission
to be accessed by the users those need to access this pkg.

Need to change the file group permission to avoid both these errors.

I’m not sure what the original question here is asking, I’m guessing you are seeing some error messages when trying to run g16. It would be helpful to include more examples, such as the command(s) executed, your operating system, and other tangible items.

I’m assuming the second item is answering the first, and this may be misleading to other users.

By default, Gaussian should set itself up with the correct permissions as part of the installation process, whether it is a binary install or an installation built from source code. Gaussian is usually pretty clear in their installation instructions

In general, all users of Gaussian on a Linux system should be members of a linux group associated only with Gaussian. For example, a group named g16. Then only the group permissions should be enabled, with world permissions turned off.

If you are encountering any permission issues with Gaussian, you should check with whoever installed it to make sure they set the permissions according to Gaussian’s instructions.